Italian Pine Nut Cookies Delight

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Italian Pine Nut Cookies Delight.

1. Step 1

   Start by preheating your oven to a cozy 350°F (175°C) and lining two large baking sheets with parchment paper to ensure easy cleanup later.

2. Step 2

   While the oven warms up, grab a skillet and toast some pine nuts over medium heat.

3. Step 3

   Keep an eye on them, stirring frequently, until they turn golden and release a delightful nutty aroma—this should take about 5 minutes.

4. Step 4

   In a large mixing bowl, combine white sugar and unsalted butter, then use an electric mixer to cream them together until the mixture is smooth and creamy, creating a lovely base for your cookies.

5. Step 5

   Next, add the eggs one at a time, making sure to beat well after each addition so they blend seamlessly into the batter.

6. Step 6

   In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour and baking powder.

7. Step 7

   Gradually incorporate this dry mixture into your creamed butter mixture, stirring gently until just combined—don’t overmix! Now it’s time to fold in those toasted pine nuts, ensuring they’re evenly distributed throughout the dough for that perfect crunch in every bite.

8. Step 8

   For a fun twist, spread crushed corn flakes in a shallow dish.

9. Step 9

   Scoop about a tablespoon of dough for each cookie and roll it into a ball, then roll each ball in the corn flakes, pressing gently to coat them.

10. Step 10

    Place the coated cookie balls on your prepared baking sheets, making sure to space them about an inch apart to allow for spreading.

11. Step 11

    Pop them in the oven and bake for around 23 minutes, or until they’re beautifully golden brown.

12. Step 12

    Once they’re done, let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a bit before giving them a light dusting of confectioners' sugar.

13. Step 13

    Enjoy the delightful aroma filling your kitchen as you savor these delicious treats!.