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Italian Spumoni Cookies: Festive, Colorful, and Irresistibly Soft

Italian Spumoni Cookies — Festive, Colorful, and Irresistibly Soft made approachable with clear cues, pantry staples, and flexible swaps.

Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar packed
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup chopped pistachios
  • 1/2 cup maraschino cherries chopped

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
  • In a large bowl, cream the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar.
  • Add the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
  • Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined.
  • Fold in the chocolate chips, pistachios, and maraschino cherries.
  • Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  • Bake for 10-12 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden.
  • Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.