Sicilian Dunking Cookies

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These Sicilian dunking cookies flavored with citrus zest are a simple Italian cookie recipe that are perfect to dunk in coffee or tea at breakfast.

Prep Time20

Cook Time15

Total Time35

Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Snack

Cuisine: Italian

Servings: cookies

Calories: 97kcal

Author: Rosemary Molloy

Ingredients

1¼ cups + 1 tablespoon all purpose flour (165g total, if you double the recipe then double this amount)
3½ tablespoons granulated sugar
½ teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon vanilla
1 pinch salt
1 large egg (room temperature)
3¼ tablespoons butter softened
½-1 tablespoon orange or lemon zest

EXTRAS

2-3 tablespoons granulated sugar for sprinkling
1-2 tablespoons powdered sugar

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Instructions

Pre-heat oven to 350F/180C. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl combine with a fork, pastry blender or clean hands the flour and butter until coarse crumbs appear, add the egg and sugar and start to with a fork, then add the zest, vanilla, baking powder and salt. Mix until almost combined, then move to a flat surface and gently knead to form a soft compact dough.
Pat the dough into a ½-¾ inch thick rectangle, cut into strips, I made 13 strips, place the strips on the prepared baking sheet approximately 1 inch apart, sprinkle with granulated sugar and bake 15-20 minutes or until lightly golden brown. Let sit 5-7 minutes on the baking sheet then move to a wire rack to cool completely. Dust with powdered sugar if desired before serving. Enjoy!

Notes

How to store the Sicilian Dunking Cookies

Store: Cool completely then store at room temperature in an airtight container for 3-5 days.

Freeze: Cool then place cookies in a freeze safe container or zip top bag and store for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature and enjoy. Place a piece of parchment paper between cookies to prevent sticking.

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