Italian Christmas Cookies

Step 1

Cookies

Step 2

In a bowl sift together the flour and baking powder , set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar.

Step 4

Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well. Mix in the vanilla. Add in the flour mixture.

Step 5

Knead until dough is firm and not sticky, adding more flour if necessary.

Step 6

Refrigerate 1 hour.

Step 7

Cut off small amount of dough and roll on floured surface into 6 inch strips.

Step 8

Twirl into shape and place on greased cookie sheets.

Step 9

Bake at 375 degrees for 8-10 minutes (the bottom should be lightly browned but the tops should remain light).

Step 10

Remove cookies to wire rack and cool completely before glazing.

Step 11

Icing

Step 12

Combine the Icing ingredients in a bowl until just smooth. You want it more thick than thin, but still runny.

Step 13

Dip the tops of the cooled cookies into the glaze, then return to the wire rack, allowing the glaze to drip down the sides of the cookie.

Step 14

Top with sprinkles, while glaze is still wet.