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Italian Spumoni Cookies to Delight Your Guests

Delicious Italian Spumoni Cookies made approachable with clear cues, pantry staples, and flexible swaps.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar packed
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1/2 cup chopped maraschino cherries
  • 1/2 cup chopped pistachios
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  • In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Add in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract, mixing until fully combined.
  • Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined.
  • Fold in the chopped maraschino cherries, pistachios, and chocolate chips gently.
  • Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets lined with parchment paper, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  • Bake for 10-12 minutes, until the edges are golden and the centers look set but slightly soft.
  • Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.