Ingredients
Cookies
- 2 eggs
- 6 tablespoons vegetable oil
- ½ cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon almond extract, vanilla extract, or ½ teaspoon anise extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 pinch salt
Glaze
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon almond extract or vanilla extract
- 1 pinch salt
- 3-4 tablespoons cream or milk, warmed
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs lightly. Add the vegetable oil, sugar, and your choice of extract (almond, vanilla, or anise), blending well to combine all wet ingredients thoroughly.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt to ensure even distribution of leavening and seasoning.
- Mix Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until a smooth, cohesive dough forms. The dough should be soft but not sticky.
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and facilitate easy cleanup.
- Shape the Cookies: Using a spoon or your hands, shape the dough into small balls or the desired shape, and place them evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the cookies are lightly golden around the edges and set in the center.
- Cool the Cookies: Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool completely on a wire rack before glazing, ensuring the glaze sets properly.
- Prepare the Glaze: In a medium bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, chosen extract, pinch of salt, and warmed cream or milk. Mix until smooth and slightly runny.
- Glaze the Cookies: Drizzle or spread the glaze over the cooled cookies evenly. Let the glaze set at room temperature until firm, about 30 minutes.
- Serve and Store: Once the glaze has hardened, serve the cookies fresh or store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
Notes
- You can substitute vegetable oil with melted butter for a richer flavor.
- Adjust the milk or cream quantity in the glaze to achieve desired consistency.
- For a different flavor profile, try using lemon or orange extract instead of almond or vanilla.
- Ensure cookies are completely cooled before glazing to prevent melting.
- These cookies pair beautifully with coffee or tea for a delightful treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
