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Italian Christmas Cookies

Melt-in-Your-Mouth Italian Christmas Cookies for the Holidays

These Italian Christmas Cookies are a blend of softness and buttery goodness, perfect for holiday celebrations.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cookie Dough
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Can substitute with brown sugar for a richer taste.
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Ensure it's at room temperature.
  • 3 cups All-Purpose Flour Can be replaced with gluten-free blend.
  • 1 tablespoon Vanilla Extract Almond extract can be used for variation.
Topping
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar For dusting on top.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric Mixer
  • Baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Cookie Scoop
  • Wire Rack
  • sifter

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
  2. Add in the vanilla extract and mix until incorporated.
  3. Gradually add in the all-purpose flour until a soft dough forms, roughly 2-3 minutes.
  4. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place on a baking sheet.
  5. Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
  6. Let the cookies rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  7. Dust with powdered sugar once cool.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 6gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. Can freeze for up to 3 months.

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