Italian Cookies

Step 1

Prepare cookie sheet with silicon baking mat or parchment paper.

Step 2

Whisk eggs, shortening, sugar, and almond extract in a large bowl.

Step 3

Add flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir to combine.

Step 4

Using a one tablespoon scoop, measure then roll between your palms - 24 cookie balls. Place on the prepared cookie sheet, leaving 2 inches of space between them.

Step 5

Freeze for 20 minutes.

Step 6

Before freezer time is up, preheat oven to 350°F.

Step 7

Place the cookie sheet in the preheated oven and bake for about 9 minutes. Oven times may vary. The cookies will be done when the bottoms are slightly browned but the tops are still white.

Step 8

Transfer the baked cookies on to the cooling rack.

Step 9

Time to make the glaze! Warm the heavy cream for a few seconds in the microwave. Combine confectioners’ sugar, almond extract, warm heavy cream, and salt in a medium sized bowl.

Step 10

Once the cookies are completely cooled, dip the top of each cookie into the prepared glaze. Then drop sprinkles over the glazed top.