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Italian Christmas cookie platter

Italian Cookies: A Delicious Guide to Classic Italian Biscotti & Holiday Treats


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  • Author: Jessica
  • Total Time: 2 hours
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Italian Christmas Cookies are festive almond-vanilla treats with a soft, tender crumb and a delicate powdered sugar or icing finish — perfect for holiday gatherings and gifting.


Ingredients

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2 cups all-purpose flour

1/2 cup almond flour

1 teaspoon baking powder

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

3/4 cup granulated sugar

1 large egg

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 teaspoon almond extract

1/2 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pistachios)

1/2 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)

1 cup powdered sugar (for dusting)

2 tablespoons milk or water (for icing)

Food coloring (optional for icing)


Instructions

1. Mix the all-purpose flour, almond flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl.

2. In a separate large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

3. Add the egg, vanilla, and almond extract, and beat until smooth.

4. Gradually combine dry ingredients with the wet mixture until dough forms.

5. Stir in chopped nuts and mini chocolate chips if using.

6. Cover dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

7. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

8. Shape dough into balls or crescents and place 2 inches apart on the sheet.

9. Bake 10–12 minutes, until lightly golden on the edges.

10. Cool cookies on the baking sheet, then transfer to a wire rack.

11. Once cooled, dust generously with powdered sugar.

12. For optional icing, mix powdered sugar with milk or water and drizzle using a piping bag or fork.

Notes

For best results, chill the dough before baking to retain shape.

Store in an airtight container for up to a week or freeze for up to 3 months.

Add lemon zest or dried fruit for festive flavor variations.

For a dairy-free version, substitute butter with coconut oil.

  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 45mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg