Italian S Cookies
I Remember my Grandmother and Mother making these cookies. Somewhere along the line, I lost the recipe. I have tried to find a recipe with "that" taste I remember so well. Then I saw "this" one, and, for a moment, it brought back not only my childhood but also my mother and grandmother.
Yield
36 servingsPrep
30 minCook
15 minReady
45 minItalian S Cookies, also known as Sicilian S Cookies, are a traditional Italian pastry enjoyed for generations.
These cookies are characterized by their S-shaped appearance and delicious buttery flavor.
The cookies' unique S shape is believed to represent the Italian word "semplici," meaning "simple," reflecting the simplicity of the ingredients used in the original recipe.
While the exact origin of these cookies is unknown, they are believed to have originated in Sicily, Italy.
The cookies were traditionally made during festive occasions such as Christmas, weddings, and holidays and were often served alongside coffee or tea.
Over time, the recipe for these cookies has spread throughout Italy and the world, and they have become a beloved treat for people of all ages.
Today, Italian S Cookies are still enjoyed by many and continue to be an important part of Italian culinary tradition.
Ingredients
| Amount | Measure | Ingredient | Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | large |
eggs
|
|
| ¾ | cup |
vegetable shortening
|
*
|
| 1 ½ | cups |
sugar
|
|
| 4 | teaspoons |
vanilla extract
or anisette |
|
| 6 | cups |
all-purpose flour
|
|
| 6 | teaspoons |
baking powder
|
|
Ingredients
| Amount | Measure | Ingredient | Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | large |
eggs
|
|
| 177 | ml |
vegetable shortening
|
*
|
| 355 | ml |
sugar
|
|
| 2E+1 | ml |
vanilla extract
or anisette |
|
| 1.4 | l |
all-purpose flour
|
|
| 3E+1 | ml |
baking powder
|
|
Directions
With an electric mixer, beat shortening (we use butter) and sugar until light and fluffy.
Add the eggs one at a time and continue to beat until fluffy. Add vanilla and beat well.
Add the flour and baking powder and mix by hand until well combined, and turn it out onto a lightly floured working area.
Divide and roll the dough into 'S' shapes.
Brush tops with egg yolk and bake at 350℉ (180℃) for 15 minutes.
You can dust these with confectioner sugar if desired.
