Description
Sweet Italian easter cookies bring zesty lemon memories from family kitchens across Italy. Delicate pastries glazed with bright citrus shine, offering a delightful celebration of spring’s warmth and festive cheer you’ll savor with each delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups (200g) all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup (57 grams) butter
- 4 tablespoons (60 milliliters) milk
Flavoring and Leavening Ingredients:
- 3 1/4 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 pinch salt
- Zest of 1 lemon
Glaze Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 – 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon milk
Instructions
- Combine dry ingredients including flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and vibrant lemon zest in a spacious mixing bowl.
- Create a central cavity in the dry mixture and introduce the egg, melted butter, and milk.
- Gently integrate ingredients using a fork until nearly incorporated, then transfer to a clean work surface.
- Knead the dough delicately until achieving a uniform, smooth texture.
- Divide the dough into manageable portions and roll each section into slender 5-6 inch elongated ropes.
- Shape the ropes into elegant knots or circular forms, positioning them carefully on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Position the baking sheet in a preheated 300°F (150°C) oven for 15-18 minutes, monitoring until edges turn a delicate golden hue.
- Remove from oven and allow cookies to cool completely at room temperature.
- Prepare the glaze by whisking powdered sugar with fresh lemon juice and milk until achieving a silky, pourable consistency.
- Artfully dip each cookie into the glaze or gracefully drizzle the mixture across the surface.
- Let the glazed cookies rest until the coating sets and hardens, creating a beautiful, glossy finish.
Notes
- Ensure the butter is melted but not hot when mixing to prevent cooking the eggs prematurely.
- Use fresh lemon zest for the most vibrant citrus flavor and aromatic punch.
- Knead the dough gently to avoid tough cookies; stop mixing once the dough looks smooth and cohesive.
- Experiment with different glaze consistencies by adding more powdered sugar for thickness or more lemon juice for a thinner drizzle.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-18 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg