Print

Easy Christmas Spritz Cookies

Print Recipe

Delightful and festive spritz cookies perfect for holiday gatherings and treat trays.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 Stick of unsalted Butter, softened
  • 1 Stick of Margarine, softened
  • 3/4 cup Sugar
  • 2 Eggs
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • Pinch of Salt
  • 3 1/2 cups all-purpose Flour
  • 1 heaping teaspoon Baking Powder
  • Optional: gel food coloring

Instructions

  1. Put the softened unsalted butter and margarine in an electric mixer. Mix until fluffy.
  2. Add the sugar, 1/2 cup at a time, alternating with the eggs, and mix well.
  3. Add the vanilla extract to the mixture.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix the flour, salt, and baking powder together.
  5. Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture by hand, a little at a time; do not overwork the dough.
  6. Chill the dough for about 15 minutes in the fridge.
  7. Also, chill your baking pan for 15 minutes.
  8. Load your Spritz Cookie Press according to the instructions.
  9. If the dough is too soft, chill it more; if too stiff, let it sit out for a few minutes.
  10. Press the cookies onto an ungreased cookie sheet and add any sprinkles or sanding sugar before baking.
  11. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week or freeze for up to three months.

Nutrition

Keywords: Christmas cookies, holiday treats, spritz cookies, baking

Find it online: https://www.recipessmart.com/easy-christmas-spritz-cookies/