Welcome to an amazing collection of cookie recipes—a sweet celebration of tradition, flavor, and homemade goodness. Here you’ll find a variety of cookies, from classic Italian favorites like old school Biscotti and Amaretti to festive treats. You’ll also find family treasures passed down through generations. Each recipe crafted with love and designed to bring warmth, smiles, and nostalgia. Each cookie recipe has just the right amount of sweetness, crunch or chew to make this happen. Whether you’re baking for the holidays, a special occasion, or simply to satisfy a craving, these cookies are sure to delight and inspire.
German Lebkuchen
The traditional German Christmas treats, few are as beloved—or as rich in history—as Lebkuchen. These spiced cookies trace their origins back to 13th-century Franconia, particularly the city of Nuremberg, where monks first began baking them in monasteries. Thanks to the city’s location along important spice trade routes and its abundance of local honey from nearby forests, Nuremberg became the heart…
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French Macarons
French macarons, unquestionably an elegant meringue-based sandwich cookies made from egg whites, almond flour, and sugar, filled with ganache, buttercream, or jam. Though widely associated with France, their origins trace back to Italy. Eventually, they were introduced by Catherine de Medici’s chefs when she married King Henry II in the 16th century. Previously simple almond cookies, they evolved over time…
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Italian Wedding Cookies
Italian Wedding Cookies have deep roots in traditional Italian and Mediterranean baking. Whether called Russian Tea Cakes or Mexican Wedding Cookies, these are a must have. Italian Wedding Cookies come served at weddings, holidays, and special celebrations, symbolizing sweetness and prosperity. These buttery, nut-filled cookies likely originated from Southern Italy, where almonds and walnuts are common in desserts. Over time,…
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New York Black & White Cookie
The black and white cookie originated in New York City in the early 20th century. Becoming a beloved symbol of the region’s bakery culture is no small task. Though its exact origins are debated, many credit Glaser’s Bake Shop. A German bakery founded in 1902 on Manhattan’s Upper East Side, with popularizing the treat. This cookie known for its soft,…
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Roccoco cookie
The Roccoco cookie (Roccocò) is a traditional Neapolitan Christmas treat that dates back to the 14th century, believed to have been created by the nuns of the Real Convento della Maddalena in Naples. The name “Roccocò” is thought to derive from the French word rocaille, meaning “rock” or “shell,” referencing the cookie’s hard, rounded shape and ornate, shell-like texture. Made…
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Torcetti Cookies
Torcetti cookies are a traditional Italian treat, originating from the region of Piedmont in northern Italy. The name “torcetti” comes from the Italian word torcere, meaning “to twist,” which refers to the distinctive twisted shape of these buttery, delicate cookies. The origins of torcetti are linked to the rich culinary traditions of the area, particularly the use of simple, high-quality…
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Rame di Napoli
Rame di Napoli, or “Naples’ Ribs,” is a classic Italian cookie with roots in the vibrant culinary traditions of Naples. A city renowned for its rich pastry heritage. The cookie’s name, “rame,” translates to “ribs” in English. Referring to its unique, ribbed shape that mimics the texture of a ribbed piece of metal. The exact origins of Rame di Napoli…
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Sospiri di monaca
Sospiri di Monaca is a traditional Italian dessert with mysterious and poetic origins, most commonly associated with southern Italy, particularly the Puglia region. These delicate pastries are typically made with soft sponge cake or choux pastry filled with sweetened ricotta or pastry cream and often topped with a light sugar glaze. The name “sospiri” is said to evoke the sighs…
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Anise Biscotti
Anise biscotti, with its distinct flavor and crunchy texture. A traditional Italian cookie that has roots in the ancient baking practices of the Tuscan region. The word “biscotti” itself comes from the Latin bis (twice) and coctus (cooked), referring to the method of baking the dough twice to create a crisp, dry texture that would last for days. Anise, a…
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Baci di Alassio
Baci di Alassio, meaning “kisses from Alassio,” are elegant chocolate hazelnut cookies that originated in the coastal town of Alassio in the Liguria region of northwestern Italy. These decadent treats were first created in the early 20th century by Pasquale Balzola, a renowned local pastry chef who crafted them for the Savoy royal family. Made from a rich blend of…
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