WHY MAKE THIS RECIPE?

Italian Christmas Cookies are a favorite on every holiday dessert tray! They are buttery, flavorful little bites covered in an irresistible glaze. They only require a few ingredients and an entire batch is made in less than an hour!

INGREDIENTS

COOKIES -3/4 salted butter -1/2 c powdered sugar -1/2 c sugar -3 eggs -1 tsp vanilla extract -3 c flour -2 tsp baking powder -1 tsp salt -sprinkles GLAZE -4 tbsp milk -2 c powdered sugar

STEP 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside.

STEP 2

Using a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment (or a large mixing bowl with a hand mixer), combine the butter, sugars, eggs and vanilla.

STEP 3

Beat on medium speed until creamy and free of lumps.

In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder and salt. Mix well. Gradually add to the butter mixture and beat on medium speed until just combined.

STEP 4

Place tablespoon-size chunks of batter 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.

STEP 5

Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until edges are very lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let cool completely.

STEP 6

Using a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment (or a large mixing bowl with a hand mixer), add powdered sugar and milk. Mix on medium speed until glaze is free of lumps.

STEP 7

Dunk the tops of the cookies into the glaze and place back on baking sheets or on a serving plate. Top with sprinkles, if desired.

STEP 8

If you desire that anise flavoring, add 1/2 teaspoon anise extract along with the rest of the wet ingredients.

RECIPE NOTE

These cookies cook quickly! My oven produces the perfect cookie in just 8 minutes. If you see a very slightly golden tint around the bottom edge of the cookies, pull them out!

RECIPE NOTE