If youre going to bake cookies this season, these should be it.
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My childhood memories during Christmastime were, for the most part, pretty average for an Italian American.
But my mom doesnt just bake cookiesits a whole event.
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Think of your favorite cookie, and my mom probably has a recipe for it.
Dozens and dozens of types of cookies have been baked in our kitchen.
On a soft year, hundreds of delicious cookies are being pulled out of the oven to enjoy.
For cookie-swap season, I thought Id share some of my favorites that my mom has had me taste-test.
I dont think Ive ever tasted a bad cookie from Mom, but these top three are the standouts.
These are the ones that Im waiting by the oven (or the iron!)
to shovel into my mouth.
Ricotta Cookies
If youre Italian or have tried ricotta cookies before, you know whats up.
But trust me: once you try them, youll never go back.
Our friends over atAllrecipeshave avery classic recipeyoull want to try.
EatingWellsCannoli Cookiesare similar to the retro recipe and add a fresh twist.
Instead of sprinkles, the recipe calls for a topping of chopped pistachios and orange zest.
These chewy cookies balance sweet and freshness for a not-your-average bite that will blow you away.
And its very similar toEatingWells ownOatmeal-Coconut Cookies with Cranberries & White Chocolate, just spare the coconut.
Its really easy to find a classic pizzelle recipe.
