Italian Pinch Cookies (Print)
Soft, rich cookies filled with jam and crumbly to perfection. A great hit for parties or just a nice sweet bite.
# Ingredients:
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10 tablespoons softened unsalted butter.
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Zest from 1 lemon.
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1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract.
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1/3 cup jam (pick your favorite flavor, like strawberry).
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1/4 cup cornstarch.
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1 large egg.
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1/2 teaspoon baking powder.
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1/4 cup powdered sugar (plus some extra for finishing).
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1 1/2 cups plain flour.
# Steps:
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Toss flour, cornstarch, baking powder, lemon zest, and powdered sugar into a big bowl and mix it up with a whisk.
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Pour vanilla, softened butter, and the egg in with the dry mix. Start on low speed, then make it faster till it all forms a dough.
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Wrap the dough tightly in some plastic wrap, then stick it in the fridge for about an hour.
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Flatten the dough to under 1/4 inch thick, then use a round cutter (about 2 1/2 inches) to slice out circles.
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Put a little bit of jam right in the middle of each circle. Pinch the sides so the ends stay open.
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Line a baking tray and bake at 350°F for about 12 to 14 minutes, till the cookie bottoms get a nice golden color.
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Let cookies cool on a rack, then sprinkle a little powdered sugar on top.
# Notes:
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Pizzicati, or Pinch Cookies from Italy, are buttery shortbread treats stuffed with fruity jam. These soft, crumbly cookies are great for celebrations or just enjoying something sweet.