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Italian Christmas Cookies are a beloved holiday tradition in many Italian families, filled with flavor, festive cheer, and a lot of love. These cookies come in many shapes and sizes, often decorated with colorful sprinkles or icing. With their variety of flavors, textures, and decorations, these cookies make a perfect addition to any holiday spread. Here’s a simple, delicious recipe for these classic treats!
Italian Christmas Cookies: A Festive Holiday Tradition! 🍪✨
Ingredients
For the Cookie Dough:
- 2 3/4 cups (340g) all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup (225g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp almond extract (optional)
- Zest of 1 lemon (optional)
- 2 tbsp milk
For the Glaze:
- 2 cups (240g) powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Food coloring (optional)
- Colored sprinkles or nonpareils for decoration
Instructions
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