Spritz Cookies
Buttery, delicate cookies pressed into beautiful shapes.
Introduction
Spritz cookies are a traditional holiday favorite, known for their tender, buttery texture and charming shapes. Made with a cookie press, they’re quick to prepare and can be decorated with sprinkles, colored sugar, or dipped in chocolate for extra flair. These cookies are perfect for Christmas trays, tea parties, or simply as a sweet treat to enjoy with coffee.
Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
¾ cup granulated sugar
1 large egg, room temperature
1 tsp vanilla extract (or almond extract for a classic flavor)
2½ cups all‑purpose flour
Optional Add‑Ins
Colored sugar or sprinkles
Melted chocolate for dipping
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat Oven
Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
Use an ungreased baking tray (no parchment or grease needed for spritz cookies).
Step 2: Cream Butter & Sugar
Beat butter and sugar together until light and creamy.
Step 3: Add Egg & Flavoring
Mix in egg and vanilla (or almond extract) until smooth.
Step 4: Add Flour
Gradually stir in flour until a soft dough forms.
Step 5: Shape Cookies
Load dough into a cookie press.
Press shapes directly onto the baking tray.
Step 6: Decorate
Add sprinkles or colored sugar if desired.
Step 7: Bake
Bake for 8–10 minutes, until cookies are set but not browned.
Step 8: Cool & Serve
Let cookies cool on tray for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Recipe Notes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Bake Time: 8–10 minutes
Total Time: ~25 minutes
Servings: ~36 cookies
Calories: ~90 per cookie
Tips for Success
Use room‑temperature butter for smooth dough.
Don’t chill the dough — it needs to be soft enough to press.
Press cookies directly onto an ungreased tray for best results.
For variety, divide dough and flavor each portion differently (vanilla, almond, citrus zest).
Fun Variations
Chocolate Dipped: Dip cooled cookies halfway into melted chocolate.
Festive Colors: Tint dough with food coloring for holiday themes.
Nutty Twist: Add finely ground almonds or hazelnuts to the dough.
Spiced Version: Mix in cinnamon or nutmeg for warmth.
Serving Ideas
Arrange on a holiday cookie platter.
Pair with hot cocoa or espresso.
Package in tins or jars for homemade gifts.
Storytelling Element
Imagine trays of spritz cookies pressed into stars, flowers, and hearts, their buttery aroma filling the kitchen. Decorated with sprinkles or dipped in chocolate, they’re as pretty as they are delicious — a tradition that brings joy to every holiday season.
Conclusion
These Spritz Cookies are a timeless treat: simple to make, endlessly customizable, and always a crowd‑pleaser. With their delicate texture and festive shapes, they’re the perfect cookie to share and enjoy year after year.