At many events, I see Italian Christmas cookies on the table, but they are rarely eaten. I find them dry, crunchy, and flavorless, and I assume others feel the same since they often go untouched and get thrown away.
Do people genuinely like them, or are they just a cultural tradition that is hard to let go of?
happy hols to family and friends Italian christmas cookies often have unique flavor profiles, using ingredients like anise, nuts, candied fruit, and honey. They offer a delightful alternative to the typical sweet and sugary Christmas cookies.
Gingerbread cookies, sugar cookies, and peanut butter kiss cookies are indeed common Christmas cookies in the US, but there are many more to enjoy. Living in the South, I also make Pfeffernüsse because my mother loves them. It’s wonderful to have a variety of cookies to enjoy during the holiday season!
I love them 
People love Italian Christmas cookies.
They have such a unique and delightful variety. Some favorites include biscotti, pizzelle, and struffoli.
They’re often filled with nuts, anise, and citrus flavors, which are a nice change from the typical sugar cookies. Plus, they’re often beautifully decorated, making them a hit at holiday gatherings. If you haven’t tried them, I’d say give them a go—you might just find a new favorite.
Being Italian, I was unaware that you were referring to a particular kind of cookie. I doubt I’ve ever experienced those. For Christmas, my family makes pignoli, pizzelle, and other Italian cookies.