Italian Cookies

Nutriscore Rating: 39/100

Delight your taste buds with these soft and buttery Italian Cookies, a timeless classic perfect for any occasion! Infused with the delicate aroma of pure vanilla and a hint of zesty lemon, these cookies boast a tender crumb and just the right amount of sweetness. Made with pantry staples like all-purpose flour, sugar, and eggs, the dough comes together effortlessly in minutes. Once baked to golden perfection, these cookies get a final flourish of powdered sugar, making them irresistibly beautiful and delicious. Whether you're serving them as an after-dinner treat or gifting them during the holidays, these cookies are sure to impress. Try them today and savor the authentic flavors of Italy in every bite!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: 12 min
• Total Time: 27 min
• Servings: 24 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

9 items

• 3 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.75 cup Unsalted butter (softened)
• 3 pieces Large eggs
• 1 teaspoon Pure vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon Grated lemon zest
• 0.5 cup Powdered sugar (for dusting)

📝 Instructions

9 steps

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

3. Using a stand mixer or a handheld mixer, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together in a large mixing bowl until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

4. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract and lemon zest until combined.

5. Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients on low speed, mixing until a soft dough forms. Do not overmix.

6. Using a tablespoon or a small cookie scoop, portion out the dough and roll it into small balls. Place the balls of dough about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.

7. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are lightly golden. The centers of the cookies should remain soft.

8. Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

9. Once the cookies are fully cooled, dust them generously with powdered sugar. Alternatively, you can drizzle a simple glaze made from powdered sugar and milk for added sweetness.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (40.7g)

Calories		163
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		6.8 g	9%
	Saturated Fat	4.0 g	20%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		39 mg	13%
Sodium		117 mg	5%
Total Carbohydrate		23.0 g	8%
	Dietary Fiber	0.4 g	2%
	Total Sugars	11.1 g
Protein		2.4 g	5%
Vitamin D		0.2 mcg	1%
Calcium		7 mg	1%
Iron		0.7 mg	4%
Potassium		24 mg	1%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1464 cal (37.5%%)

Protein: 233 cal (6.0%%)

Carbs: 2209 cal (56.6%%)