Description
These Italian Christmas Cookies are a delightful holiday treat that’s perfect for festive gatherings or as a sweet gift. The tender, buttery cookies are topped with a vanilla glaze and colorful holiday sprinkles, making them a merry addition to any cookie platter.
Ingredients
Scale
Dough:
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon almond extract
- 2 tablespoons milk
Glaze:
- 1 ½ cups powdered sugar
- 2–3 tablespoons milk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Holiday sprinkles for topping
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare the dough: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs, then add vanilla and almond extracts. Gradually add the dry ingredients and milk, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Shape and bake: Roll tablespoon-sized portions of dough into balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 10–12 minutes until golden. Cool completely.
- Make the glaze: Whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
- Glaze and decorate: Dip cooled cookies in glaze, top with sprinkles, and let set before serving.
Notes
- You can use lemon extract for a citrusy twist.
- Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
