Embrace Tradition, One Cookie at a Time!
Celebrate your Italian heritage and the joy of family gatherings with Nonna’s Italian Almond Cookies. Each cookie is a loving tribute to timeless Italian baking, infused with almond and lemon flavours that sing of long-standing family traditions. Perfect for any family event or a cozy night in, these cookies bring the warmth of Italy to your kitchen. Fun to bake and even more delightful to eat, gather everyone around to create and cherish memories with every batch.
Servings: Approximately 48 cookies
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: 12 minutes per batch
Cooking Level: Beginner
Ingredients:
6 large eggs, room temperature
5 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons plus 1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 cup crisco shortening
3 teaspoons almond extract
1-1/2 teaspoons lemon extract
For the Glaze:
3-3/4 cups confectioners' sugar
1/2 cup warm 2% milk
1 teaspoon almond extract
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Coloured sprinkles for decoration
Kitchen Utensils:
Mixing bowls
Measuring cups
Measuring spoons
Electric mixer
Cookie scoop or spoon
Baking sheets
Wire rack
Small bowl (for glaze)
Directions:
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, sift together flour, 2 cups confectioners' sugar, and baking powder. Set aside.
3. Cream Shortening and Eggs: In another large bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the shortening until smooth. Gradually add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the almond and lemon extracts.
4. Combine Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms.
5. Shape Cookies: Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll into balls. Place on prepared baking sheets and slightly flatten with the bottom of a glass.
6. Bake: Place in the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes or until the bottoms are lightly golden.
7. Prepare the Glaze: While cookies are baking, whisk together 3-3/4 cups confectioners' sugar, warm milk, almond extract, and vanilla extract in a small bowl until smooth.
8. Glaze and Decorate: Once cookies are cooled, dip the top of each cookie into the glaze and return to the wire rack. Sprinkle with colored sprinkles before the glaze sets.
9. Let Set: Allow the glaze to harden for about an hour before serving or storing.
These cookies are not just a treat; they’re a festive, flavourful celebration of Italian culture and family values, perfect for bringing a touch of Italy into any home. Enjoy the process and the delicious results!
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