Cuciadate (Italian Fig Cookies)

Cuciadate (Italian Fig Cookies)


1. In blender, blend figs, cherries, pecans and Amaretto; set aside.

2. Preheat oven to 350°F degrees.

3. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder and sugar.

4. Cut in butter with a pastry blender or a fork.

5. Add eggs, vanilla and milk; mix well.

6. Roll out strips of dough and cut into 2x4-inch rectangles.

7. Place a teaspoonful of filling onto each rectangle.

8. Roll so that short ends make the seam and place seam side down on a baking sheet.

9. Bake for about 20 minutes, or until lightly brown.

10. Do not over bake!

11. Let the cookies cool completely.

12. To make icing, mix a small bowl of powdered sugar with very little water.

13. Add water a little at a time until icing is a smooth constancy that can spread easily, but not runny.

14. Ice cookies and add sprinkles.

15. Store up to 3 weeks in tins until ready to serve.

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