Italian Leaf Cookies Recipe
Looking for a delicious treat from Italy? The Italian Leaf Cookies are thin and crispy cookies that will transport you to the Mediterranean coast. For family gatherings and tea parties, that is the best of Italy. In this blog, I am sharing an absolutely delicious Italian Leaf Cookies recipe.
Equipment
- 1 Mixing bowl
- 1 Hand Mixer
- 1 Measuring Cup
- 1 Measuring Spoon
- 1 Baking Tray
- 1 Oven
Ingredients
- 1 cup Butter (Unsalted)
- ⅔ cup Sugar
- 1 Large Egg
- 1 ⅞ cups Flour
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
- ½ tsp Baking Powder
- Salt (To Taste)
- 6 Drops Food Coloring (Green And Red)
- 1 cup Tempered Chocolate
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- The butter and sugar should be creamed with a hand mixer.
- Add vanilla and egg, and beat well.
- Fold in flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Divide batter into 2 bowls, color each with food coloring.
- For half an hour Chill in the fridge.
- Shape the dough into leaf shapes using a rolling pin and cutter.
- Bake on lined trays for 20 mins.
- Let cookies cool completely.
- Sandwich with tempered chocolate.
- Allow to set, then enjoy!
Notes
- Use softened butter (for a smooth dough).
- Chill the dough before baking.
- Preheat the Pizzelle iron correctly.
- Experiment with flavors if desired.
- Let cookies cool before adding chocolate.