Instructions: 1. Place the beaten eggs in a large bowl. Add the butter and sugar gradually, mixing continuously with a wooden spoon.

2. Add the milk, vanilla, and baking powder, and enough flour to make a firm but soft dough.

3. Flour your hands. Break off a small piece of dough and roll it into a sausage shape about a 1/2 inch in diameter. Shape it into a ring, joining the ends firmly.

4. Bake on a greased cookie sheet at 375 degrees for 15 minutes. Set on a rack to cool.

ICING:
1. Combine the sugar, water, and vanilla in a mixing bowl.

2. Dip the cooled taralli into the icing, or spread the icing over them with your fingers.

3. Top with sprinkles.

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