Taralli Cookies

Directions

Place the beaten eggs in a large bowl.

Add the butter and sugar gradually, mixing continuously with a wooden spoon.

Add the milk, vanilla, and baking powder, and enough flour to make a firm but soft dough.

Flour your hands. Break off a small piece of dough and roll it into a sausage shape about a ½ inch in diameter.

Shape it into a ring, joining the ends firmly.

Bake on a greased cookie sheet at 375℉ (190℃) F for 15 minutes.

Set on a rack to cool.

ICING: Combine the sugar, water, and vanilla in a mixing bowl.

Dip the cooled taralli into the icing, or spread the icing over Top with sprinkles.