Cuccidati

Name: Cuccidati
Prep time: 60 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 70 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: Dough Ingredients:; 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour; ¾ cup granulated sugar; 1 tablespoon baking powder; ½ teaspoon salt; 1 cup unsalted butter cold and cut into cubes; 2 teaspoon vanilla extract; 2 large eggs room temperature; Filling Ingredients:; 14 oz. dried figs; ½ cup walnuts; ½ cup dates or raisins; 1 teaspoon orange zest; ⅓ cup orange marmalade; ¼ cup sweet Marsala wine; Glaze Ingredients:; 1 cup powdered sugar; 3-4 tablespoons heavy cream; Nonpareils for decorating

Prep Time

Cook Time

10m

Total Time

1h 10m

This recipe for cuccidati is a traditional Italian holiday cookie filled with a sweet and nutty fig mixture. The buttery dough is flavored with vanilla and encases the rich filling, creating a delightful and festive treat. Finish with a simple glaze and colorful nonpareils for a beautiful presentation.

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