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italian christmas cookies

Unbelievably Simple Italian Christmas Cookies Recipe

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  • Author: Casey Mitchell
  • Prep Time: 20 min
  • Cook Time: 10 min
  • Total Time: 30 min
  • Yield: 36 cookies
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Easy Italian Christmas cookies recipe, perfect for recreating viral food trends at home.


Ingredients

  • Flour
  • Sugar
  • Eggs
  • Butter
  • Anise extract
  • Baking powder
  • Milk
  • Colored sprinkles

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in anise extract.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder. Gradually add to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Stir in milk until a soft dough forms.
  4. Drop by rounded tablespoons onto ungreased baking sheets.
  5. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden.
  6. Remove from oven and let cool completely.
  7. Frost with your favorite icing and decorate with colored sprinkles.

Notes

  • For a stronger anise flavor, add more anise extract.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 80
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 20mg
  • Fat: 4g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg