Italian Christmas Cookies

Celebrate the season with these soft, tender *Italian Christmas Cookies*, a festive treat that brings a taste of tradition to your holiday table! Infused with hints of vanilla and almond extract, these bite-sized delights are pillowy on the inside with a beautiful glaze that adds just the right touch of sweetness. Topped with colorful sprinkles, they make a stunning addition to any cookie platter. This crowd-pleasing recipe is easy to make, requiring only 20 minutes of prep time, and yields an impressive 40 cookies—perfect for holiday parties or gifting. Whether you’re honoring Italian heritage or simply looking for a delightful seasonal dessert, these cookies deliver the ideal blend of flavor, texture, and holiday cheer.

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:32 mins

Servings: 40

Ingredients

• 3.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 0.75 cups Unsalted butter
• 0.75 cups Granulated sugar
• 4 Eggs
• 1.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon Almond extract
• 2 cups Powdered sugar
• 3 tablespoons Milk
• 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract (for glaze)
• 0.25 cups Sprinkles

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

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

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy using a hand or stand mixer.

Step 4

Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.

Step 5

Stir in the vanilla and almond extracts, ensuring everything is well combined.

Step 6

Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms. The dough will be slightly sticky but manageable.

Step 7

Using a small cookie scoop or your hands, roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the bottoms are lightly golden. The cookies will remain pale on top.

Step 9

Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

To make the glaze, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a medium bowl until smooth.

Step 11

Dip the tops of the cooled cookies into the glaze, letting excess drip off, and place them back on the wire rack.

Step 12

Before the glaze sets, decorate each cookie with sprinkles.

Step 13

Let the glaze set completely before serving or storing in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1214.5 grams (1214.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4260

Total Fat 109.80g	141%
Saturated Fat 50.40g	252%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 934mg	311%
Sodium 2264mg	98%
Total Carbohydrate 755.00g	275%
Dietary Fiber 11.50g	41%
Total Sugars 414.60g
Protein 70.60g	141%

Vitamin D 184IU	918%
Calcium 246mg	19%
Iron 23mg	129%
Potassium 833mg	18%

*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: 23.0%

Protein: 6.6%

Carbs: 70.4%