Spritz Cookies

Buttery, crisp, and fun to make with a cookie press, these cookies are a Christmas favorite.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened

  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar

  • 1 large egg

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • 1/4 tsp almond extract

  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour

  • 1/4 tsp salt

  • Food coloring (optional)

Directions:

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F. In a bowl, beat butter and sugar until creamy. Add the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract; mix well.

  2. Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing until a smooth dough forms.

  3. Divide the dough and add food coloring if desired.

  4. Fill a cookie press with dough and press cookies onto an ungreased baking sheet in your favorite shapes.

  5. Bake for 8-10 minutes, until edges are just golden. Cool and decorate with sprinkles or a glaze if desired.