We had so much fun in last year’s online Italian Christmas Cookies class that we’re doing it again. This year, however, we are switching things up a bit and adding some holiday cheer in the way of a special homemade Italian liqueur.

Here’s what we’ll be making:

1. Spiced and Iced Christmas Cranberry Biscotti: Crunchy yet tender, these are one of the prettiest, and tastiest, cookies to grace a holiday platter. The recipe makes a lot, so there are plenty to share.

2. Chiacchiere: Light and airy with bubbles, these fried pastry ribbons are typically made during Carnival, but we always make them for Christmas. Also known as bugie, crostoli, frappe, and angels’ wings, they are delicious hot out of the frying pan or at room temperature, drizzled with honey or showered with confectioners’ sugar.

3. Homemade VOV ~ Italian Zabaglione Liqueur: Think of this luscious boozy drink, made with egg yolks, milk and cream, and Cognac, as Italy’s version of eggnog. Mix up a batch and keep it in your refrigerator, where it will improve as it ages.

All classes take place on Zoom. Spaces is limited to 8 to 10 students so that everyone can receive the individual instruction necessary to master specific techniques. You will receive the recipes as well as a list of ingredients and equipment needed a week before class. The day before, you will receive an email reminder with a link to the class on Zoom.

Join me for this cookie celebration!