Description
Classic buttery spritz cookies that are light, crisp, and perfect for any festive occasion. These cookies are flavored with vanilla and almond extracts, shaped using a cookie press, and decorated with colorful sprinkles to delight everyone.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Optional Decorations
- Food coloring, as needed
- Decorative sprinkles, as desired
Instructions
- Cream the butter and sugar: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together using an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Incorporate the wet ingredients: Add the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract to the butter mixture. Beat until well combined.
- Mix in the dry ingredients: Gradually add the flour and salt while mixing on low speed, continuing until a soft dough forms. If desired, mix in food coloring to tint the dough.
- Fill the cookie press: Load the dough into the cookie press, select your preferred disk shape, and press the dough onto ungreased baking sheets in your desired patterns.
- Decorate the cookies: Sprinkle decorative sprinkles or colored sugar over the cookies to add texture and color before baking.
- Bake the cookies: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the cookies for 6-8 minutes, or until the edges are set and the bottoms just begin to turn golden brown.
- Cool the cookies: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 2 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Ensure the butter is softened to room temperature to achieve a smooth, creamy dough.
- If you don’t have a cookie press, you can shape the dough using a piping bag fitted with a star tip.
- Do not overbake the spritz cookies; they should be lightly golden at the edges to remain tender.
- For a stronger almond flavor, add a few more drops of almond extract, but be cautious as too much can be overpowering.
- Store cooled cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness for up to one week.
