Italian Chocolate Cookies

These Italian Chocolate Cookies are soft, chewy and full of chocolate flavor. They are easy to make and can be enjoyed by the whole family.

Ingredients

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 4 teaspoons baking powder
• ¾ cup white sugar
• ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 cup butter, softened
• ⅓ cup milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract ½ cup chopped walnuts 2 (1 ounce) squares unsweetened chocolate 1 tablespoon butter, softened 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 cups confectioners’ sugar ¼ cup hot milk

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius).

2. Sift 3 cups of flour twice using a sifter. In a large bowl, mix together the sifted flour, baking powder, white sugar and cocoa powder until everything is evenly combined.

3. Cream 1 cup of butter or margarine with an electric mixer until it is light and fluffy, then blend it into the flour mixture from Step 2 until everything is well combined.

4. Add 1/3 cup milk, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and chopped walnuts to the dough from Step 3 and mix thoroughly by hand until everything is well blended (the dough should be the consistency of pie crust but not sticky).

5. For each cookie, pinch off about 1 teaspoon’s worth of dough and roll it into a ball by hand that is approximately one inch in diameter before placing it on a greased baking sheet – do not flatten them out beforehand!

6. Bake for 10 minutes or until lightly browned before removing from baking sheets; cool on racks for at least 5 minutes before proceeding to next step.

7. Once cooled, drizzle each cookie generously with chocolate frosting (see recipe below) followed by candy sprinkles if desired

Nutrition Facts

• Serving size: 1 cookie
• Calories: 140
• Fat: 7 g
• Saturated fat: 3.5 g
• Unsaturated fat: 0 g
• Trans fat: 0 g Cholesterol: 15 mg Sodium: 80 mg Potassium : 40 mg Carbohydrates : 18g Fiber : 0g Sugars : 10g Protein : 1g

What is mostaccioli cookies?

Mostaccioli are Christmas cookies which are extremely popular in southern Italy, particularly among Neapolitans. As is usually the case with regional Italian cooking, you will find endless variations.

Mostaccioli are made with a combination of flour, sugar, eggs, and butter. The dough is then rolled out and cut into shapes such as stars or diamonds. After being baked, mostaccioli are often dipped in chocolate or coated with a sugar glaze.

These delicious cookies can be enjoyed on their own or used as decoration on cakes and other desserts.

What are the names of Italian cookies?

There are many different types of Italian cookies, each with its own unique flavor and texture. Some of the most popular varieties include chocolate-pistachio biscotti, biscotti Regina, anginetti, baci di dama, orange-ricotta cookies, Italian sandwich cookies, and espresso florentines.

Chocolate-pistachio biscotti are crisp and flavorful, with a delicate balance of sweetness from the chocolate and a slight bitterness from the pistachios. Biscotti Regina are named for their regal appearance, with two thin layers of almond pastry separated by a layer of rich chocolate ganache. Anginetti are light and airy lemon cookies that melt in your mouth. Baci di dama are traditional Tuscan cookies made with hazelnut flour and filled with a dark chocolate truffle center. Orange-ricotta cookies are infused with the fresh flavor of oranges and have a soft, cake-like texture. Italian sandwich cookies consist of two thin wafers sandwiched together with a sweet filling such as jam or chocolate ganache. Espresso florentines are chewy caramelized almond Cookies that get their distinctive flavor from freshly brewed espresso coffee.

What is the spice in Italian cookies?

Tetù cookies are a type of rich, dense chocolate cookie that is traditionally flavored with cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg and orange zest. These cookies are typically prepared on All Saint’s Day (November 1st) in Sicily or during the Christmas holidays in North America.

The combination of spices used to flavor Tetù cookies varies depending on the region where they are being made. However, some of the most common spices used include cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg and orange zest. Each of these spices provides its own unique flavor profile that helps to create the signature taste of Tetù cookies.

Cinnamon is one of the most popular spices used in baking and gives these cookies a warm, sweet flavor. Cloves add a touch of sweetness along with a slightly spicy flavor profile. Nutmeg brings out the natural sweetness of the chocolate while also adding a bit of depth and warmth to the overall flavor. Finally, orange zest adds a bright citrusy note that balances out the other flavors perfectly.

When it comes to Italian cookies, there is no definitive answer as to what spice is used as each region has their own traditional recipes that vary slightly. However, we can narrow it down to four common spices: cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg and orange zest.

What spices are good in cookies?

There are a few spices that work well in cookies. Cinnamon is one of the most popular choices because it pairs well with both sweet and savory flavors. Ginger also works well in cookies, providing a warm, spicy flavor with just a hint of sweetness. Cloves add a depth of flavor to cookies, while allspice provides a subtle spice flavor.

What are spice cookies made of?

Spice cookies are made with a combination of all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and various spices. The specific spices used vary depending on the recipe, but they often include cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves.

To make the cookies, the dry ingredients are first mixed together in a bowl. Then, unsalted butter is added to the mixture and creamed together until it forms a smooth dough. The dough is then rolled into balls and flattened before being baked at a low temperature until golden brown.