Description
Delight your family and friends during the Easter season with these delicious Italian Easter Cookies. These soft, almond-infused cookies are perfect for adding a festive touch to your holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
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Dough:
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- 1/4 cup milk
Glaze:
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 2–3 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Colored sprinkles for decorating
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets 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 one at a time, then stir in the vanilla and almond extracts. Add the dry ingredients in batches, alternating with the milk, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Shape the cookies: Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into ropes about 5 inches long. Twist into loops or knots and place on the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake: Bake for 10–12 minutes or until lightly golden on the bottom. Let cool slightly before glazing.
- Make the glaze: Whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth. Dip the tops of the cooled cookies into the glaze and top with colorful sprinkles. Allow glaze to set before serving.
Notes
- These cookies can be shaped into rings, knots, or figure-eights.
- For a more traditional look, add a pastel-colored candy egg in the center before baking (optional).
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg