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Italian Butter Cookies

Melt-in-Your-Mouth Italian Butter Cookies: Easy & Irresistible

These Italian Butter Cookies are a melt-in-your-mouth delight, combining simple ingredients for an irresistible treat perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Ensure it's fluffed and spooned into the measuring cup for accuracy.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder Adds a slight rise to maintain cookie shape.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Enhances flavor perfectly.
  • 2 sticks unsalted butter Must be at room temperature for proper creaming.
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar Adds sweetness and helps achieve the right texture.
  • 2 large egg yolks Contributes richness and moisture.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Boosts flavor; can be substituted with almond or lemon extract.
  • 1-2 tablespoons whole milk Optional, to adjust dough consistency.
For the Assembly
  • 1/4 cup nonpareil sprinkles Optional, for garnish.
  • 1 cup melting chocolate Optional for dipping or decorating.

Equipment

  • Stand mixer
  • baking sheet
  • piping bag
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Cream together the unsalted butter and granulated sugar in a stand mixer for about 3 minutes.
  4. Add the egg yolks and vanilla to the creamed mixture and mix until fully combined.
  5. Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients and mix on low speed until just combined.
  6. Pipe the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, creating star shapes or desired designs.
  7. Add nonpareil sprinkles on top of each cookie if desired.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
  9. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  10. If desired, melt chocolate and drizzle it over the cooled cookies.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure the butter is room temperature for optimal creaming and avoid overmixing the dough to achieve the perfect texture.

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