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"A single batch of these mouthwatering cookies is never enough," attests Doris Marshall of Strasburg, Pennsylvania. "I usually make one to give away and two more to keep at home. Adding ricotta cheese to the batter makes the morsels extra moist."—Doris Marshall, Strasburg, Pennsylvania
Nutritional Facts 1 serving (2 each) equals 150 calories, 6 g fat (3 g saturated fat), 28 mg cholesterol, 131 mg sodium, 23 g carbohydrate, trace fiber, 2 g protein.
Originally published as Italian Christmas Cookies in Country Woman November/December 1999, p41
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Reviewed on Apr. 24, 2013 by spiker1
One of my all time favorites!
Reviewed on Dec. 23, 2012 by LostTime
Second time I have made this recipe. I love it because it is easy, is a nice addition to my cookie trays and it tastes great. I love that it makes so many cookies. These cookies freeze well. I used 4 cups of xxx sugar and used 4 tablespoons of milk for the frosting. However, I still had to add about a teaspoon more of milk. I probably had about 3 tablespoons of frosting left over. I am sure using only 3 cups of xxx sugar would have left me with more cookies then frosting. This recipe makes a soft cookie that has a nice flavor, so if you want to give it a try, it is worth your time.
Reviewed on Dec. 18, 2012 by Mamalia
I brought these to a cookie party last year and they were a hit! They were so good that I decided they are to be part of my family's Christmas traditions. Just as good this year. Note- I halved the recipe this year and it worked just fine. I spoon the dough onto the cookie sheet on the bigger side so my cookies bake for 14 minutes and made 2 dozen.
Reviewed on Dec. 16, 2012 by michaelholt
These are the only cookies that my family requests every year for the holidays!
Reviewed on Dec. 15, 2012 by charweave
Have made these cookies the last 3 years! They are great. Change up the sprinkles and you have Easter Cookies- Patriotic--etc...
Reviewed on Sep. 05, 2012 by Catty452
Love this cookie. It is well liked by everyone and always a hit. I can make it for all holidays by just changing the color of the frosting with food coloring.
Reviewed on Feb. 29, 2012 by sd20
Very soft cookie! :)
Reviewed on Dec. 29, 2011 by shlly1223
Great cookie, a new addition to my Christmas baking.
Reviewed on Dec. 28, 2011 by mrs.mark
Very yummy!
Reviewed on Dec. 25, 2011 by 282778
I made these today and they are so good! They are also very easy to make. I was a little worried before baking them because the batter was a little sticky but the cookies came out perfect are delicate in flavor and texture and are so good. They are delicious even without the frosting. I will add these to my cookie tray each year for sure!
Reviewed on Dec. 24, 2011 by Lightning259
These are the best cookies i have ever tasted!!!! :D i couldn't believe how good they came out! Even with weird ingredients!I signed up for this website because of this recipe just so i could rate it and give a review! I recommend making these NO DOUBT!!! :D Delicious!
These are the best cookies i have ever tasted!!!! :D i couldn't believe how good they came out! Even with weird ingredients!
I signed up for this website because of this recipe just so i could rate it and give a review! I recommend making these NO DOUBT!!! :D Delicious!
Reviewed on Dec. 21, 2011 by SherriP12s
I make these every year, I cannot tell you how many people love these cookies! Thanks so much for the recipe!! My favorite christmas cookie!!
Reviewed on Dec. 20, 2011 by bakermom422
Fabulous! Tried to make this type of cookie from a different recipe last year and they spread too much. This recipe, used with parchment paper, turned out perfectly. Nice and cakey, not too sweet. My kids, 5 and 7, were gobbling them up right out of the oven before I even put the icing on them. Used unsalted butter, lactose free milk, and colorless Wilton vanilla. Will definitely keep this on the Xmas cookie list.
Reviewed on Dec. 16, 2011 by mombarbee
This was the best cookie recipe I have ever made!!!
Reviewed on Nov. 29, 2011 by Ashaline
These were the absolute hit of last years Christmas with all of my friends. Everyone wanted this recipe. They are so soft and taste great!
Reviewed on Nov. 26, 2011 by cobysmom
WE MAKE THESE EVERY YEAR AND THEY ARE A HIT WITH EVERYONE ONLY THING I DID DIFFERENTLY WAS ADD ALMOND EXTRACT INSTEAD OF VANILLA ONLY TO THE COOKIE PORTION THO THESE ARE SO SOFT EVEN DAYS AFTER THEY WERE MADE
Reviewed on Sep. 15, 2011 by Beckiboo
These are huge tradition in our family! I've been using this recipe for years!! My Dad doesn't even wait for them to cool- he just starts poppin' them in! These are not anything like a sugar cookie- not extremely sweet at all. Mild vanilla and soft and fluffy like a cake! We eat them with our coffee in the mornings and with milk at night!
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