This Italian Christmas cookie blends all the things we love about sugar cookies and shortbread.
Baking a variety ofItalian Christmas cookiesis a tradition that many families treasure.
But not all holiday cookies are created equal, and some take dramatically longer to finish than others.
Photo: Victor Schrager
The result is a satisfying bite that tastes like a sugar cookie shortbread hybrid.
If you go the sprinkle route, top the cookies off before the glaze is fully set.
Add the flour, baking powder, and salt and mix until just combined (do not overmix).
Bake until puffed and the bottoms are pale golden, 7 to 8 minutes.
Transfer to a rack to cool completely.
Sprinkle with nonpareils, if using.
Allow the glaze to set, about 20 minutes.
Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
