Italian Cookies (Taste of Home)

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 11
Mouth-watering Italian Cookies recipe
in Pastry

Prep

15 min

Cook

11 min

Ready In

26 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 lb butter
1/2 cup sugar
6 eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla
4 cups all-purpose flour
4 teaspoons baking powder
3 3/4 cups powdered sugar
5 tablespoons milk
2 teaspoons vanilla
1/2 cup flaked coconut

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
48
Calories
109
Sugar
10g
Fat
5g
Italian Cookies, also known as Italian Sprinkle Cookies, are a traditional cookie recipe hailing from Italy. These cookies are typically enjoyed during special occasions, such as weddings, festivals, and other celebrations. The cookies are made from simple ingredients such as butter, sugar, flour, and eggs, with a light, sweet coconut flavor. They're a staple in many Italian-American households, and one bite will have you dreaming of Italy.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease baking sheets with cooking spray or line with parchment paper.
2.In a mixing bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs and vanilla.
3.Combine flour and baking powder and gradually add to the creamed mixture until well combined.
4.Roll tablespoons of dough in your hands and shape into small balls.
5.Bake in the preheated oven for 9-11 minutes or until golden brown.
6.In a small bowl, mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth. Dip warm cookies in glaze, then roll in coconut flakes until coated.

PROS

Soft and buttery with a crisp edge, these Italian Cookies are the perfect balance of sweet and nutty.
Easy to prepare, this recipe yields 4 dozen sumptuous cookies ready to snack on in just 30 minutes.

CONS

This recipe contains high amounts of sugar and fat, and hence should be consumed in moderation.
The glaze and coconut flakes on the cookies can also add to the calorie count.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While not the most nutritious choice, this recipe uses all-purpose flour that provides small amounts of fiber, folate, and iron. Coconut flakes are a good source of manganese and copper, both of which play essential roles in maintaining optimal health. The eggs in the recipe contain essential vitamins, minerals, and protein.

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