Italian Wedding Cookies Recipe UK
Katarina Frank
Thesecookies (Italian Wedding Cookies Recipe) are not only delicious but alsoperfect for gifting, making them an ideal choice for special occasions.
Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 20 minutes mins
Total Time 30 minutes mins
Course COOKIE, Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 5 LARGE COOKIES
Calories 507.1 kcal
- You'll need six easy-to-find ingredients:
- Butter: Use three sticks of unsalted butter.
- Confectioners' sugar: It blends perfectly into these melt-in-your-mouth cookies.
- Salt: Enhances the flavors without making the cookies taste salty.
- Almonds: Finely ground almonds are essential for traditional Italian wedding cookies.
- Vanilla: A hefty dose of vanilla extract boosts the overall flavor.
- Flour: All-purpose flour provides structure and holds the dough together.
Brief Overview
Beat the butter, sugar, and salt.
Mix in the almonds and vanilla, then gradually add the flour.
Shape the dough into balls and bake until lightly browned.
Roll the warm cookies in confectioners' sugar.
Detailed Steps
Beat Ingredients: Start by beating the butter, sugar, and salt until light and fluffy.
Add Almonds and Vanilla: Mix in the finely ground almonds and vanilla extract until well combined.
Incorporate Flour: Gradually add the all-purpose flour, mixing until the dough comes together.
Shape and Bake: Shape the dough into small balls and place them on a baking sheet. Bake at 180°C (350°F) until the cookies are lightly browned, about 15-20 minutes.
Coat in Sugar: While still warm, roll the cookies in confectioners' sugar. Let them cool completely, then roll in sugar again for a perfect finish.
Nutrition
Serving: 5g | Calories: 507.1kcal | Carbohydrates: 42.5g | Protein: 5.9g | Fat: 35.4g | Saturated Fat: 18.2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 14.7g | Cholesterol: 74.3mg | Sodium: 197.3mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 12.5g
Keyword Italian Wedding Cookies Recipe