The Best Spritz Cookie Recipe You’ll Ever Try
Spritz cookies are a classic holiday treat that are both delicious and festive. They’re also very easy to make, even for beginners. This recipe will give you the perfect spritz cookie every time, with a light and fluffy texture and a rich buttery flavor.
I’ve always loved spritz cookies. They’re a classic holiday treat that are both delicious and festive. And the best part is, they’re so easy to make! This recipe is perfect for beginners, or for anyone who wants a quick and easy cookie recipe.
The cookies are light and fluffy with a rich buttery flavor. They’re also very versatile. You can decorate them with sprinkles, icing, or melted chocolate, or leave them plain. They’re also perfect for any occasion, from holidays to birthday parties.
If you’re looking for an easy and fun baking project to do with your family, I highly recommend this spritz cookie recipe. Your whole family will love them!
Reasons to make this recipe:
Easy to make: This recipe is very simple to follow, even for beginners.
Versatile: Spritz cookies can be decorated in any way you like, making them perfect for any holiday or occasion.
Delicious: Spritz cookies are light and fluffy with a rich buttery flavor.
Festive: Spritz cookies are a classic holiday treat that are sure to bring joy to your family and friends.
Questions I often get asked about this recipe:
Q: What kind of cookie press do I need?
A: You can use any type of cookie press to make spritz cookies. However, I recommend using a press with a variety of different disks so that you can create different shapes and designs.
Q: What kind of sprinkles should I use?
A: You can use any type of sprinkles you like to decorate your spritz cookies. However, I recommend using sprinkles that are small enough to fit through the openings in your cookie press disk.
Q: My dough is too sticky. What should I do?
A: If your dough is too sticky, add a little bit more flour. Be careful not to add too much flour, or your cookies will be tough.
Q: My cookies are too dry. What should I do?
A: If your cookies are too dry, bake them for a shorter amount of time. You can also try adding a little bit more butter to the dough.
Q: My cookies are falling apart. What should I do?
A: If your cookies are falling apart, it’s possible that you overbaked them. Try baking them for a shorter amount of time next time. You can also try chilling the dough for 30 minutes before baking to help it hold its shape.
What you need to make these cookies:
Ingredients:
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
How to make Spritz Cookies: Printable Recipe Below
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract until combined.
- On low speed, gradually beat in the flour and salt until just combined.
- Fill a cookie press with the dough and press out desired shapes onto the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown. Let cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once the cookies are cool, decorate with sprinkles, icing, or melted chocolate (optional).
Tips:
- For best results, make sure the butter is softened and not melted.
- If the dough is too soft, chill it in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before using.
- If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour.
- Be careful not to overbake the cookies, or they will be dry and crumbly.
- Let the cookies cool completely before decorating.
Variations:
- For chocolate spritz cookies, add 1/2 cup of cocoa powder to the dough.
- For lemon spritz cookies, add 1 tablespoon of lemon zest and 1/2 teaspoon of lemon juice to the dough.
- For peppermint spritz cookies, add 1/4 teaspoon of peppermint extract to the dough.
- For festive spritz cookies, decorate with red and green sprinkles or icing.
The nutritional information for this spritz cookie recipe is approximately:
- Calories: 50 per cookie
- Fat: 3g per cookie
- Saturated fat: 2g per cookie
- Cholesterol: 10mg per cookie
- Sodium: 25mg per cookie
- Carbohydrates: 5g per cookie
- Fiber: 0g per cookie
- Sugar: 2g per cookie
- Protein: 1g per cookie
Please note that this is just an estimate, and the actual nutritional information may vary depending on the ingredients you use and the size of your cookies.
Spritz Cookies
Spritz cookies are a classic holiday treat that are both delicious and festive. They’re also very easy to make, even for beginners
Ingredients
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract until combined.
- On low speed, gradually beat in the flour and salt until just combined.
- Fill a cookie press with the dough and press out desired shapes onto the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown. Let cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once the cookies are cool, decorate with sprinkles, icing, or melted chocolate (optional).
Notes
- For best results, make sure the butter is softened and not melted.
- If the dough is too soft, chill it in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before using.
- If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour.
- Be careful not to overbake the cookies, or they will be dry and crumbly.
- Let the cookies cool completely before decorating.
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