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old fashioned spritz cookies recipe tips

Perfect Old Fashioned Spritz Cookies Recipe in 6 Simple Steps


  • Author: Zach
  • Total Time: 1 hour (including baking all batches)
  • Yield: 4 dozen cookies 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Classic spritz cookies with a buttery, crisp texture. Perfect for holidays or special occasions.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in egg and vanilla.
  4. Gradually mix in flour and salt.
  5. Fill cookie press and shape dough onto ungreased baking sheets.
  6. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
  7. Cool on wire racks.

Notes

  • Chill dough for 30 minutes if too soft to shape.
  • Use cookie press for traditional designs.
  • Store in airtight container for up to 1 week.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes per batch
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: European

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 cookies
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 20mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg

Keywords: spritz cookies, old fashioned cookies, butter cookies, holiday baking