Cuccidati Italian fig cookies recipe Cuccidati, or Italian fig cookies are traditional treats made during the Christmas season. Ingredients 2 sticks unsalted butter softened 4 cups all-purpose flour 3/4 cup granulated sugar 1 tablespoon baking powder 1/2 cup milk 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon vanilla 1 large egg 1/2 teaspoon vanilla 1 cup confectioner’s sugar 2 tablespoons lemon juice fresh 1/4 cup nonpareils colored sprinkles 2 cups dried figs 1 cup raisins 1 cup dates optional 3/4 cup walnuts 3/4 cup toasted almonds 1/2 cup honey 1/2 cup orange marmalade 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg 1/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips…