Traditional Italian Christmas Biscotti
Celebrate the festive season with these delightful Traditional Italian Christmas Biscotti, a cookie that’s both delicious and beautiful. This recipe combines a rich buttery dough with a hint of vanilla, creating perfectly baked, golden-brown sticks that are perfect for sharing with family and friends. Once baked, they’re dipped in sweet icing and adorned with colorful sprinkles, making them irresistible during holiday gatherings. These traditional cookies bring a taste of Italy to your Christmas celebrations!
24
Servings
150
Calories
9
Ingredients
Ingredients
Eggs
4 (Beaten)
Sugar
1 cup (Granulated)
Butter
1/2 cup (Softened)
Vanilla Extract
2 teaspoons (Pure)
Flour
3 1/2 cups (Sifted)
Baking Powder
4 teaspoons (N/A)
Confectioners' Sugar
2 cups (Sifted)
Vanilla Extract (for icing)
2 teaspoons (Pure)
Water
6 teaspoons (N/A)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare your baking sheets by greasing them lightly.
2
In a mixing bowl, sift together the flour and baking powder. Set aside.
3
In a separate large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. This will take about 3-5 minutes.
4
Add in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Incorporate the vanilla extract into the mixture.
5
Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms. If the dough is sticky, feel free to add a little more flour as necessary.
6
Once the dough is ready, take small portions, roll them into logs, and then shape them into your desired forms, such as twists or spirals.
7
Place the shaped cookies onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them evenly.
8
Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes or until they are lightly golden.
9
While the cookies are baking, prepare the icing by mixing confectioners' sugar with vanilla and water until you achieve a smooth, creamy consistency.
10
Once baked, let the cookies cool for a few minutes, then dip them into the icing and sprinkle with festive decorations before transferring them to a wire rack to set.
Nutrition Information
5g
Fat
24g
Carbs
3g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Traditional Italian Christmas Biscotti?
Traditional Italian Christmas Biscotti is a festive cookie featuring a rich buttery dough with a hint of vanilla, typically dipped in icing and decorated with colorful sprinkles.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
The oven should be preheated to 375°F (190°C).
How many servings does this recipe make?
This recipe makes 24 servings.
How long should I cream the butter and sugar?
You should cream the softened butter and sugar together for about 3-5 minutes until the mixture is light and fluffy.
How many eggs are required for the dough?
The recipe requires 4 beaten eggs.
What is the calorie count per serving?
Each serving contains 150 calories.
How much flour is needed for the biscotti?
You will need 3 1/2 cups of sifted flour.
What should I do if the dough is sticky?
If the dough is sticky, you can gradually add a little more flour as necessary until a soft dough forms.
How long do the cookies need to bake?
Bake the cookies for 10 minutes or until they are lightly golden.
What ingredients are used to make the icing?
The icing is made using 2 cups of sifted confectioners' sugar, 2 teaspoons of pure vanilla extract, and 6 teaspoons of water.
What types of shapes can I make with the dough?
You can roll the dough into logs and shape them into forms such as twists or spirals.
How much fat is in one serving?
There are 5g of fat per serving.
How much protein is in each cookie?
Each serving contains 3g of protein.
How many carbohydrates are in a serving?
There are 24g of carbohydrates per serving.
Should the butter be softened or melted?
The recipe calls for 1/2 cup of softened butter.
How much baking powder is used?
The recipe uses 4 teaspoons of baking powder.
When should the icing be applied to the cookies?
Let the cookies cool for a few minutes after baking, then dip them into the icing.
What kind of vanilla extract should be used?
The recipe recommends using pure vanilla extract for both the dough and the icing.
How should I prepare the baking sheets?
Baking sheets should be prepared by greasing them lightly.
How do I incorporate the eggs into the mixture?
Add the eggs one at a time to the creamed butter and sugar, mixing well after each addition.
What is the total amount of vanilla extract needed for the whole recipe?
You will need 4 teaspoons total: 2 teaspoons for the dough and 2 teaspoons for the icing.
Are there any specific decorations suggested?
Yes, the cookies are traditionally adorned with colorful festive sprinkles after being dipped in icing.
Do I need to sift the dry ingredients?
Yes, you should sift together the flour and baking powder, and also sift the confectioners' sugar for the icing.
What category of dessert does this fall into?
This is categorized under Italian cookies, Christmas cookies, and festive desserts.
Is sugar used in both the dough and the topping?
Yes, 1 cup of granulated sugar is used in the dough, and 2 cups of confectioners' sugar are used for the icing.
Can these be considered 'drop cookies'?
Yes, 'drop cookies' is one of the tags associated with this recipe, though they are shaped into logs and twists.
What color should the cookies be when done?
They should be baked until they are lightly golden-brown.
How should the cookies be cooled?
After dipping them in icing and sprinkles, transfer them to a wire rack to set.
What is the texture of the icing?
The icing should have a smooth, creamy consistency.
What is the primary flavor profile of these biscotti?
The primary flavor is a combination of rich butter and sweet vanilla.