Description
These Spritz biscuits are a classic Christmas cookie. They are buttery, crisp, and easy to make with a cookie press. Perfect for holiday baking.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
- Pinch of salt
- Food coloring (optional)
- Sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract (if using).
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- If using food coloring, divide the dough into portions and tint as desired.
- Fill a cookie press with the dough. Press the dough onto the prepared baking sheets, creating various shapes.
- Decorate with sprinkles if you like.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Ensure your butter is softened, not melted, for the best cookie texture.
- Do not overmix the dough after adding the flour.
- Baking time may vary depending on your oven. Watch the cookies closely.
- Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Cookies
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Spritz biscuits, Christmas cookies, holiday baking, butter cookies, cookie press cookies, festive cookies