Italian Leaf Cookies Recipe
The Italian Leaf Cookies Recipe is sweet, soft and buttery. These cookies look like cute little leaves and taste so good. They are great for holidays, tea time or a cozy evening.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- ¾ cup powdered sugar
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp salt
- Extra powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
Prepare the Dough
- Mix butter and sugar in a big bowl until soft and smooth. Add egg yolk and vanilla. Mix again until creamy.
Add the Dry Ingredients
- Add flour and salt. Mix until a soft dough forms. If sticky, add a little more flour.
Chill the Dough
- Wrap the dough in plastic wrap. Put it in the fridge for 20 minutes. It will become easy to roll.
Shape the Cookies
- Take out the dough and roll it flat. Cut leaf shapes with a cutter. If you don’t have one, use a knife.
Add Leaf Details
- Use a small knife to draw lines like leaf veins. This makes them look pretty.
Bake the Cookies
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Place cookies on parchment paper. Bake for 10–12 minutes until light golden.
Cool and Dust
- Let the cookies cool on a rack. Dust them with sugar for a nice look.
Notes
- Use soft butter for smooth dough.
- Do not bake too long; keep them light in color.
- Chill dough before cutting to keep shape.
- Use good vanilla for better flavor.
- Add lemon zest for a fresh taste.