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Italian Spumoni Cookies for a Sweet Indulgence

Delicious Italian Spumoni Cookies made approachable with clear cues, pantry staples, and flexible swaps.

Ingredients

  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ¾ cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup finely chopped pistachios
  • ½ cup dried cherries chopped
  • ½ cup mini chocolate chips
  • ½ teaspoon almond extract

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder.
  • In a separate bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture and mix well.
  • Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
  • Fold in the chopped pistachios, dried cherries, and chocolate chips gently.
  • Scoop tablespoons of the dough onto a prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
  • Remove from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  • Enjoy your delicious spumoni cookies once they have cooled completely!