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Italian Butterball Cookies

Italian Butterball Cookies
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Indulge in the delightful experience of baking Italian Butterball Cookies, where traditional flavors meet a melt-in-your-mouth texture. These cookies are a perfect blend of rich butter, sweet vanilla, and nutty almond extracts, making them an irresistible treat for any occasion. Ideal for sharing at gatherings or enjoying with your afternoon tea, each cookie is lightly dusted with confectioners’ sugar for an added touch of sweetness. Whether you’re looking to impress guests or simply satisfy your sweet tooth, this easy recipe ensures delectable cookies that everyone will love.

Ingredients

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  • 1 stick butter
  • ¾ cup confectioners' sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp almond extract
  • 1½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • Pinch of salt
  • ¼ cup confectioners' sugar (for coating)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a baking sheet.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and ¾ cup of confectioners' sugar until smooth.
  3. Add the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract; mix until well combined.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until fully combined.
  6. Shape the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet with spacing in between.
  7. Bake for approximately 10 minutes or until firm to the touch.
  8. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  9. Roll each cooled cookie in the remaining confectioners' sugar before serving.

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