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Butter Spritz Cookies

Delicate, melt-in-your-mouth butter spritz cookies perfect for decorating and sharing at holidays or cozy tea times.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Cookie press
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  3. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together using an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
  4. Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and beat until well combined.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined.
  7. Fill the cookie press with dough according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
  8. Pipe the dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing cookies about 2 inches apart.
  9. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
  10. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 2 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. For longer storage, freeze in a single layer for up to three months. Reheat in a 300°F (150°C) oven for 5 minutes to restore crispness.