Description
Easy Christmas Spritz Cookies are a delightful addition to your holiday baking repertoire. These buttery, melt-in-your-mouth cookies are not only quick and simple to prepare but also customizable, allowing you to create festive shapes and designs that will impress family and friends. With just a few basic ingredients, you can whip up a batch that’s perfect for gatherings or gifting. The vibrant colors from sprinkles add a cheerful touch, making these cookies an irresistible treat for any occasion. Whether enjoyed with hot beverages or served on dessert platters, Easy Christmas Spritz Cookies are sure to spread joy this holiday season.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Colored sugar or sprinkles for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually incorporate this mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Fill a cookie press with the dough and press onto prepared baking sheets in desired shapes, leaving space between each cookie.
- Sprinkle colored sugar or sprinkles on top before baking.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
- Cool on baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 75
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg