Italian Wedding Cookies

Ingredients and Weight:

• All-purpose flour: 2 cups (240g)
• Baking powder: 1 teaspoon (5g)
• Salt: 1/4 teaspoon (1g)
• Unsalted butter, softened: 1 cup (2 sticks) (227g)
• Sugar: 1 cup (200g)
• Large egg: 1
• Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon (5ml)

• Milk: 1/2 cup (120ml)

• For garnish:

• Powdered sugar: 3 cups (360g)
• Honey: 1/2 cup (120ml)

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

10-12 minutes

Difficulty Level:

1 (Simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla extract.
4. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with milk, beginning and ending with dry ingredients.
5. Form dough into 1-inch (2.5 cm) balls and place on prepared baking sheet.
6. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are just starting to brown.
7. Remove from oven and let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before rolling in powdered sugar.

Nutritional Information: Per cookie:

• Calories: 150
• Fat: 5g
• Protein: 2g
• Carbohydrates: 20g

Dish Characteristics:

• Soft and tender on the inside
• Crispy and slightly browned on the outside
• Sweet and flavorful, with a hint of vanilla
• Individually sized, perfect for parties and gatherings

User Comments:

• "These Italian wedding cookies were a hit at my party! They're so easy to make and they taste amazing." - Jessica
• "The honey glaze gives these cookies a beautiful shine and a touch of extra sweetness." - Sarah
• "My kids love these cookies! They're always asking me to make them." - Emily

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure the butter is softened to room temperature before creaming it with the sugar. This will help the cookies be light and fluffy.
• Do not overmix the dough. Overmixing will make the cookies tough.
• If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour 1 tablespoon at a time. If the dough is too dry, add a little more milk 1 tablespoon at a time.
• Let the cookies cool slightly before rolling in powdered sugar. This will help prevent the sugar from melting.