Ossi Di Marti (Bones of the Dead Cookies)
"These cookies are brittle and dry like old bones. They are made all over Italy around November 1 and 2 to celebrate All Souls' Day, in remembrance of deceased relatives. Don't let their name turn you off. They are unusual to look at, delicious to eat, and a real conversation piece.
Serve with wine or your favorite ice cream. They are also a great accent to a good cup of coffee. These cookies have to rest OVERNIGHT before baking. I did not include this in the prep time, I did account for 10 minutes of baking per dozen. Posted for ZWT"
- Ready In:
- 55mins
- Ingredients:
- 6
- Yields:
-
4 dozen
- Serves:
- 24
ingredients
- 3 eggs, beaten
- 2 teaspoons almond extract
- 1 1⁄2 teaspoons ground cloves
- 4 teaspoons baking powder
- 2 cups confectioners' sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
directions
- In a medium bowl, stir together flour, confectioners' sugar, baking powder, and ground cloves.
- Beat eggs on high speed for 5 minutes. Add the flour mixture and beat on medium speed for 5 more minutes.
- Roll dough into 1/2 inch balls and place firmly on a well greased cookie sheet.
- Cover cookies with a tea towel and let stand over night. Cookies will rise and spread.
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Bake cookies for 10 to 15 minutes until golden brown.
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