Italian anise christmas cookies

Our Classic Italian Christmas Cookies are tender, cakey, and not too sweet. Bakery quality- Nonna approved. Gorgeous on your Christmas cookie tray!

Italian Anise Christmas Cookies Recipe Ingredients - 4 cups all-purpose flour - 1 cup granulated sugar - 1 cup unsalted butter, softened - 4 large eggs - 1 teaspoon anise extract - 1 tablespoon baking powder - 1/2 teaspoon salt - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract - 1/4 cup milk - Colored sprinkles (for decoration) Full Cooking Instructions on...

They are more like little cakes that are iced with a anise flavored icing. So yummy!

Bring a taste of Italy to your holiday celebrations with this classic Italian Anise cookie recipe! Soft, tender, and bursting with delicious anise flavor, these cookies are topped with a sweet glaze and colorful sprinkles, making them perfect for a Christmas cookie platter or any festive occasion.

The best, authentic Italian Anise Cookie recipe available. These cookies come out perfect each and every time you bake them.

Ingredients ½ cup butter, softened 1 cup white sugar

Last summer, I wrote a post about wanting to make a cookie that Rochesterians call meatball cookies. They are round cookies, tender but not cakey, and covered with glaze. The local bakeries carry them in vanilla, chocolate and lemon flavors, and my favorite is the lemon. At Christmas time, I made a bunch of cookies to try to approximate them, but I never came close to what I was looking for. Just as I was about to despair of ever making them, a lovely lady named Jeannie left a recipe on the…

Italian Anise Cookies!! These cookies NEED to be on your holiday cookie tray! Not a fan of anise? Use your favorite extract for a new flavor!

Indulge in the sweet flavors of Italy with these 20 irresistible Italian cookie recipes! From crispy biscotti to soft amaretti, these traditional treats are perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re craving a classic or looking to try something new, these cookies will transport you straight to Italy with every bite.

This recipe makes several dozen cookies, perfect for holiday parties!