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Italian Butter Cookies Recipe

Italian Butter Cookies

Rich and buttery cookies with a delicate texture, perfect for festive occasions and everyday enjoyment.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: Bakery, Italian
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cookie Base
  • 1 cup Unsalted butter, softened Should be at room temperature for easy mixing.
  • 3/4 cup Granulated sugar Adjust sweetness to taste if desired.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Use pure vanilla for best flavor.
  • 2 cups All-purpose flour Sifted for a lighter texture.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Enhances the overall flavor.
Decorative Toppings
  • 1/2 cup Sprinkles Add festive color to cookies.
  • 1 cup Chocolate chips For dipping cookies in chocolate.
  • 1/2 cup Fruit jam For filling or sandwiching cookies.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the vanilla extract and mix well.
  4. Gradually add the sifted flour and salt, mixing until combined.
Shaping the Cookies
  1. Using a piping bag or cookie press, pipe the dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  2. For shaped cookies, form the dough into desired shapes with your hands.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
  2. Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Decorating
  1. Once cooled, dip half the cookie in melted chocolate and sprinkle with decorations, or sandwich with fruit jam.

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness. These cookies can be freeze-friendly when properly packaged.