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Italian Sprinkle Cookies

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These classic Italian Sprinkle Cookies, known as "Biscotti di Natale," are a festive staple for holiday gatherings. The dough is soft and tender, made with a blend of flour, shortening, and extracts for a delicate almond-lemon flavor profile. The key to these cookies is the quick dip in a simple milk and powdered sugar glaze while still warm, allowing the coating to adhere perfectly. Finished with a shower of colorful sprinkles, they offer a delightful contrast between the sweet, crunchy exterior and the soft, cake-like interior. Perfect for gifting or serving with coffee, these cookies bring a touch of homemade tradition to any table.
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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 84
Calories: 1788.9
Dietary: Vegetarian
Description
These classic Italian Sprinkle Cookies, known as "Biscotti di Natale," are a festive staple for holiday gatherings. The dough is soft and tender, made with a blend of flour, shortening, and extracts for a delicate almond-lemon flavor profile. The key to these cookies is the quick dip in a simple milk and powdered sugar glaze while still warm, allowing the coating to adhere perfectly. Finished with a shower of colorful sprinkles, they offer a delightful contrast between the sweet, crunchy exterior and the soft, cake-like interior. Perfect for gifting or serving with coffee, these cookies bring a touch of homemade tradition to any table.
Ingredients
  • 6 ea Eggs
  • 1.5 tsp Lemon extract
  • 5 cups All-purpose flour
  • 2 cups Confectioner's sugar
  • 1.5 cups Shortening (melted)
  • 1 tsp Almond extract
  • 2 tbsp Baking powder
  • 1 tsp Vanilla extract
  • 0.5 cups Milk (warmed)
  • 1 box Colored sprinkles (jimmies)
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat oven to 350F (175C).
  2. 2
    In a large bowl, beat eggs until light and foamy, about 5 minutes. Set aside.
  3. 3
    In another mixing bowl, stir together flour, confectioner's sugar, and baking powder.
  4. 4
    Gradually add melted shortening, lemon extract, almond extract, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients, mixing until a bead-like texture is formed.
  5. 5
    Gradually add the beaten eggs to the flour mixture, mixing until a stiff dough forms.
  6. 6
    Roll dough into 1-inch balls.
  7. 7
    Place balls on ungreased baking sheets, spacing them apart.
  8. 8
    Bake for 12 minutes, or until the bottoms are slightly browned (tops will not brown).
  9. 9
    While cookies bake, prepare the glaze by combining warmed milk and remaining extracts in a large bowl.
  10. 10
    Whisk in enough confectioner's sugar to create a smooth, thick glaze (approximately 1 cup, adjusting as needed).
  11. 11
    As soon as cookies are removed from the oven, quickly immerse two or three at a time into the glaze.
  12. 12
    Remove glazed cookies with a slotted spoon or fingers and place on a wire rack to drain.
  13. 13
    Immediately top with sprinkles before the glaze sets.
  14. 14
    Let cookies dry completely, about 24 hours, before storing.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 84

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1788.9kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 19.5g30%
Saturated Fat 5.5g28%
Cholesterol 559.5mg187%
Sodium 193.2mg9%
Total Carbohydrate 349.6g117%
Dietary Fiber 8.1g33%
Sugars 122.5g
Protein 49.5g99%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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