Italian Butterball Cookies
Indulge in the delightful charm of Italian Butterball Cookies, a timeless treat that elevates any occasion. With their melt-in-your-mouth texture and rich flavors of butter, vanilla, and almond, these cookies are perfect for sharing with family and friends or enjoying during a peaceful afternoon with tea. Their sweet, delicate coating of confectioners’ sugar makes them not only a taste sensation but also a visually appealing addition to any dessert table. Whether you’re hosting a festive gathering or simply craving a sweet snack, these easy-to-make cookies are sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 50 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 stick butter
- ¾ cup confectioners' sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- A pinch of salt
- ¼ cup confectioners' sugar (for coating)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking sheet.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and confectioners' sugar until smooth.
- Add the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract; mix until combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture until fully incorporated.
- Shape the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet with space between each.
- Bake for approximately 10 minutes or until firm.
- Allow cooling on the baking sheet for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Roll each cooled cookie in confectioners' sugar before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (15g)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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