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Italian Easter Cookies
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Italian Easter Cookies

45 minServes 30Nutri-Score D€
from @thisdelicioushouse1 import0 cooked
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what you need

Ingredients

30 people
  • sugarPantry200 g
  • unsalted butter (softened)Dairy170 g
  • eggs (large)Dairy3 pieces
  • vanilla extractPantry5 ml
  • almond extractPantry5 ml
  • baking powderPantry12 g
  • saltSpices2 g
  • all-purpose flourGrains440 g
  • milkDairy60 ml
  • butter (melted)Dairy30 g
  • vanilla extract (for the frosting)Pantry2.5 ml
  • almond extract (for the frosting)Pantry2.5 ml
  • powdered sugarPantry300 g
  • food coloring (optional)Other2 ml
  • sprinkles (optional)Other20 g

per serving

Nutrition

102kcal

Carbs
16 g
Proteins
2 g
Fat
4 g
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what you’ll use

Tools

  • Mixing bowl ×2
  • Hand mixer
  • Baking tray
  • Oven
  • Whisk

step by step

Method

  1. Cream the butter and sugar

    • In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter with the sugar until light and creamy.
    Step 1

  2. Add the eggs and flavorings

    • Mix in the eggs one at a time.
    • Add the baking powder, vanilla extract, almond extract and a pinch of salt and mix well.
    Step 2

  3. Make the dough

    • Mix in the flour until a soft dough forms.
    • Roll the dough into balls and place them on a baking tray.
    Step 3

  4. Bake the cookies

    • Bake at 175 °C for 10 minutes, until lightly golden on the bottom.
    Step 4

  5. Make the frosting

    • Whisk together the melted butter, milk, vanilla extract and almond extract.
    • Add the powdered sugar and whisk until smooth.
    • Optionally divide into bowls and tint with food coloring.
    Step 5

  6. Glaze and decorate

    • Dip the top of each cooled cookie into the glaze and set aside.
    • Finish with sprinkles if desired and let the glaze set before stacking.
    Step 6
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