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Buttery Spritz Cookies

Buttery Spritz Cookies That Melt in Your Mouth Every Time

Enjoy Buttery Spritz Cookies that melt in your mouth with a rich, tender texture and delicious hints of almond and vanilla.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 28 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter use room temperature butter for the best texture
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar this sweetens your Buttery Spritz Cookies while providing a light, airy texture
  • 1 large Egg binds the ingredients together; can substitute with a flax egg for vegan option
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract enhances the cookie’s flavor; almond extract can be swapped for a different taste
  • 1 tsp Almond Extract adds depth of flavor; can be omitted if preferred
  • 2 1/4 cups All-Purpose Flour gives structure to the cookies; consider using gluten-free flour blends
  • 1/2 tsp Salt balances sweetness and enhances overall flavor
For Decorating (Optional)
  • Red & Green Gel Icing Color use to add festive colors to cookie dough
  • Sprinkles add on top before baking for extra festivity

Equipment

  • Electric mixer
  • Cookie press
  • Baking sheets
  • Silicone baking mats

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line your baking sheets with silicone baking mats.
  2. Cream together 1 cup of unsalted butter with 3/4 cup of granulated sugar on medium speed for about 3-4 minutes until fluffy.
  3. Add 1 large egg, 1 tsp of vanilla extract, and 1 tsp of almond extract to the creamed mixture. Beat until fully incorporated.
  4. Gradually add 2 1/4 cups of all-purpose flour and 1/2 tsp of salt, mixing on low speed just until combined.
  5. If desired, divide the dough and add red and green gel icing color to create festive hues.
  6. Fill your cookie press with the dough and press onto the lined baking sheets.
  7. Sprinkle with colored sugar or sprinkles if desired.
  8. Bake for 5-8 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
  9. Let cool on sheets for 4-5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 5gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure your butter is at room temperature for optimal results. Avoid overmixing to keep cookies tender. Optionally chill the dough if it's too warm during handling.

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