Traditional Italian Christmas Jewels Cookies Recipe - Vintage Christmas Cookie Recipe

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is dairy-free and adds a subtle flavor.

jam

🥗Healthier: fruit preserves

💰Cheaper: store-brand jam

Fruit preserves often have less sugar and more fruit.

powdered sugar

🥗Healthier: erythritol

💰Cheaper: granulated sugar

Erythritol is a low-calorie sweetener.

nuts

🥗Healthier: seeds

💰Cheaper: oats

Seeds provide a similar crunch without allergens.

Sift together 3 cups of flour, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 3 teaspoons of baking powder.

Mix in 4 eggs, 1/2 cup of olive oil, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and 1/4 cup of sugar.

Knead the dough until soft and workable.

Roll the dough into balls about 1.5 inches in diameter.

Place the balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Bake at 350°F for 15 minutes or until lightly brown.

Let the cookies cool.

Prepare icing by mixing 2 cups of confectionary sugar with 1/2 teaspoon of almond extract and water to desired consistency.

Dip cookies into icing and sprinkle with red, green, and multicolored sprinkles.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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Allergens