Buttery Spritz Cookies for Irresistible Holiday Cheer

Classic Buttery Spritz Cookies are a festive treat that brings warmth and charm to holiday gatherings.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 8

Cooling Time 5

Total Time 28

Servings: 24 cookies

Course: Desserts

Cuisine: American

Calories: 110

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Dough

1 cup Unsalted Butter at room temperature
3/4 cup Granulated Sugar sweetens and helps create light texture
1 large Egg essential for binding
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract opt for high-quality
1 teaspoon Almond Extract optional
2 cups All-Purpose Flour main structure component
1/4 teaspoon Salt balances sweetness

For Color and Decoration

1 drop Gel Food Coloring optional
1 cup Sprinkles optional

Equipment

Mixing Bowl
Electric mixer
Cookie Press
Baking sheets
Silicone Baking Mats

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line baking sheets with silicone mats.
In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar on medium speed for 3-4 minutes until light and fluffy.
Add the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract, mixing on low speed until combined.
Slowly add the flour and salt, mixing until just combined.
If desired, divide dough and add gel food coloring, folding until evenly colored.
Fill your cookie press with dough and press cookies onto the baking sheet.
Bake for 5-8 minutes until edges are golden and centers remain tender.
Cool on the sheets for 4-5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 110kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week, or freeze for up to 3 months.

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