Indulge in these delicate Italian Easter Cookies. Soft, almond flavored cookies dipped in a sweet glaze and topped with colorful sprinkles.
Everyone will love these Italian Easter Cookies. They are little pop-in-your-mouth bites of sweetness. Flavored with almond extract these cookies come from traditional Italian baking that is done around the Easter holiday. All you need is a few kitchen staples and 30 minutes to make these delectable treats!
For other festive European dessert recipes you have to check out my Pfeffernüsse Cookies, Danish Kringle, and Apple Strudel.
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Recipe Ingredients
Almond Extract – To give the cookies and the glaze that strong sweet almond flavoring.
Sprinkles – Adding pops of color to the top of each cookie.
Powdered Sugar – The sweet base for the cookie glaze.
For a full list of ingredients and amounts see the recipe card below.
Variations
Almond Extract – If you are not a fan of almond extract you can either lower it or remove it altogether.
Sprinkles – The sprinkles are also optional but they add a bright addition. Use the colored sprinkles you need for any occasion you may be celebrating!
How to Make Italian Easter Cookies
Step #1: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
Step #2: In a large bowl add the butter and sugar and beat together until smooth
Step #3: Next, add in the large eggs, vanilla, and almond extract and stir until everything has combined.
Step #4: In a medium bowl whisk together the flour and baking powder.
Step #5: Then add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients and mix everything together until a dough forms. Be sure not to over mix.
Step #6: Using a 1 Tbsp cookie scoop or spoon, scoop a heaping Tbsp of cookie dough and roll it into a ball and place on your prepared sheet pan.
Step #7: Bake in your preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Let the cookies cool completely before adding the glaze.
Step #8: While the cookies are cooling, make the glaze. In a medium bowl whisk together the confectioners’ sugar, 3 Tablespoons of heavy cream, and 1 teaspoon almond extract until smooth.
Step #9: Once the cookies have cooled, dip the top of the cookie in the glaze and then top with sprinkles and enjoy!
FAQs
If you don’t have heavy cream on hand you can also use half and half, or even whole milk as a substitute.
Other traditional flavors in these Italian Easter cookies are anise, or even lemon juice. Just note for both of these use a small amount and add as desired because they both have a bold taste.
Storage Information
You can store these Italian Easter cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for 4-5 days. You can also store them in an airtight container in your fridge for up to 1 week.
To freeze, you can freeze unglazed cookies in a single layer in your freezer for up to 2 months.
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Italian Easter Cookies Recipe
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Ingredients
For the Cookies
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup butter - softened
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tsp almond extract
- 3 eggs
For the Glaze
- 1 cup confectioner's sugar
- 3 Tbsp heavy cream
- 1 tsp almond extract
- sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl add the butter and sugar and beat together until smooth.
- Next, add in the eggs, vanilla, and almond extract and beat until everything has combined.
- In a medium bowl whisk together the flour and baking powder.
- Then add dry ingredients to the wet and mix everything together until a dough forms. Be sure not to over mix.
- Using a 1 Tbsp cookie scoop or spoon, scoop a heaping Tbsp of cookie dough and roll it into a ball and place on your prepared cookie sheet.
- Bake in the oven for 12-15 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Let the cookies cool completely before adding the glaze.
- While the cookies are cooling, make the glaze. In a medium bowl whisk together the powdered sugar, cream, and almond extract until smooth.
- Once the cookies have cooled, dip the tops of them in the glaze and then top with sprinkles and enjoy!
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