Italian Sugar Cookies

Soft, buttery, and perfectly sweet, these Italian Sugar Cookies bring a delightful touch of tradition to your baking repertoire. Made with a tender dough flavored with vanilla and a hint of almond, these cookies achieve just the right balance of simplicity and indulgence. Once baked to perfection, they're dipped in a glossy powdered sugar glaze and decorated with whimsical rainbow sprinkles, making them as visually charming as they are delicious. Perfect for holidays, celebrations, or simply as an everyday treat, these cookies are quick to prepare with just 20 minutes of prep time. Their melt-in-your-mouth texture and classic Italian-inspired flavors will leave your family and friends reaching for seconds. Whether you're hosting a festive gathering or enjoying a quiet coffee break, these cookies are the ultimate sweet indulgence that everyone will adore!

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 0.75 cup Unsalted butter
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 2 pieces Large eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 teaspoon Almond extract
• 3 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Powdered sugar
• 3 tablespoons Milk
• 0.25 cup Rainbow sprinkles

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 3

Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract and almond extract.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms. The dough should not be sticky.

Step 6

Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into smooth balls. Place the balls about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.

Step 7

Using the palm of your hand, gently flatten each dough ball slightly.

Step 8

Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are just starting to turn golden. Do not overbake.

Step 9

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

Step 10

While the cookies are cooling, prepare the glaze by whisking together the powdered sugar and milk in a small bowl until smooth.

Step 11

Dip the top of each cooled cookie into the glaze, allowing excess to drip off, and place it back on the wire rack.

Step 12

Immediately top each glazed cookie with a pinch of rainbow sprinkles before the glaze sets.

Step 13

Allow the glaze to fully set for about 30 minutes before serving or storing.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	984.8 grams (984.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3630

Total Fat 91.00g	117%
Saturated Fat 49.90g	250%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 562mg	187%
Sodium 1807mg	79%
Total Carbohydrate 660.40g	240%
Dietary Fiber 9.80g	35%
Total Sugars 378.20g
Protein 51.30g	103%

Vitamin D 100IU	497%
Calcium 180mg	14%
Iron 19mg	104%
Potassium 623mg	13%

*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: 22.3%

Protein: 5.6%

Carbs: 72.1%