27 Italian Cookie Recipes That Would Make Nonna Proud

In these eye-catching stunners, almond flavor cakes are sandwiched between chocolate with layers of raspberry and apricot jam.

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These melt-in-your-mouth holiday cookies are an Italian classic, and a breeze to make. What’s more fun than frosting? Sprinkles!

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These gems are a classic for a reason.

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Italian bakeries have been serving up cannoli forever. The crispy shell and creamy sweet filling are nearly irresistible. No matter what topping you pick, they're a MAJOR treat.

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The perfect accompaniment to coffee or tea!

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Almonds make an appearance in three forms in this recipe: almond butter, almond flour, and sliced almonds. Eat them fresh for a warm, cakey bite, or let them cool for a soft-on-the-inside, crisp-on-the-edges experience.

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These easy pinwheel cookies are beyond mesmerizing but also so easy simple to make.

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Grab your favorite jam and get baking.

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If you're a believer in "more is more," this Nutty Peppermint Chocolate Biscotti is for you.

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Pistachios add a sweet, almost buttery nutty flavor that make these Chocolate Chip Cookies feel just a little elevated.

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So simple, but soo addictive. Feel free to add decoration if you're making them for the holidays!

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These cookies have the perfect balance of sweet and tart. It's the treat to make any day a little better.

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Tahini cookies are kind of like a more grown up version of your favorite peanut butter cookie and so much better. They are soft with a slight chew and sesame seeds on the outside add a slight crunch.

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This recipe uses rich Pernigotti cocoa powder to make chocolate versions of the chewy Italian almond cookie.

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These might not be straight outta Italy, but they do rep the flag!

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This twist on a classic is too good to leave out.

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If you like French macarons, you might like this take on Italian amaretti cookies. Soft, pillowy, moist, sweet, and lightly scented with amaretto liqueur as well as citrus zests, these cookies have a lot of flavor.

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The fennel adds a real pop of flavor.

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Try dipping these biscotti in top quality chocolate. You'll be glad you did!

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Indulge your chocolate craving with these decadent pistachio delights.

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These gourmet Italian cookies are pretty enough to give as a gift, but save a batch for perking up your own afternoon coffee break.

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Cocoa, coffee, and pecans are rolled together in these semisweet, sugar-dusted cookies.

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You can't go wrong with sprinkles and icing.

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Three flavors, one dough. What could be better?!

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These little guys melt right in your mouth.

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These sweet pillows of goodness will add some zest to any dessert spread.

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