Italian Christmas Cookies With Cocoa And Orange Liq

Name: Italian Christmas Cookies With Cocoa And Orange Liqueur
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Cookies:; 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, or as needed; 4 teaspoons baking powder; 1 cup white sugar; 1/2 cup butter, softened; 4 eggs; 1 cup cocoa powder; 2 tablespoons orange-flavored liqueur; 2 teaspoons vanilla extract; Icing:; 2 cups sifted confectioners' sugar; 2 tablespoons orange-flavored liqueur; 2 tablespoons water; 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Servings: persons

Cookies:
3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, or as needed
4 teaspoons baking powder
1 cup white sugar
1/2 cup butter, softened
4 eggs
1 cup cocoa powder
2 tablespoons orange-flavored liqueur
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Icing:
2 cups sifted confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons orange-flavored liqueur
2 tablespoons water
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

1
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease 2 baking sheets.
2
Sift flour and baking powder together in a bowl. Beat white sugar and butter together in a separate bowl using an electric mixer until smooth and creamy; beat in eggs. Stir creamed butter mixture, cocoa powder, 2 tablespoons liqueur, and 2 teaspoons vanilla extract into flour mixture until dough is just combined.
3
Turn dough onto a lightly floured work surface and knead, adding flour as needed to keep from dough sticking to your hands. Roll dough, 1 to 2 tablespoons per cookie, in your hands and form a log-shape; twirl log into desired shape. Place cookies on the prepared baking sheet.
4
Bake in the preheated oven until edges of cookies are lightly browned, about 10 minutes.
5
Stir confectioners' sugar, 2 tablespoons liqueur, water, and 2 teaspoons vanilla extract together in a bowl until icing is creamy. Dip cookies into icing. Place a piece of waxed paper under a wire rack and place cookies on wire rack to cool.

1384

kcal

Calories

Fat

248

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Cookies:, 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, or as needed, 4 teaspoons baking powder, 1 cup white sugar, and more.

Yes, Italian Christmas Cookies With Cocoa And Orange Liqueur falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Italian Christmas Cookies With Cocoa And Orange Liqueur

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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