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Easy Christmas Spritz Cookies Recipe

Easy Christmas Spritz Cookies Recipe
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These Easy Christmas Spritz Cookies are buttery, tender, and perfect for holiday celebrations. Using a classic spritz cookie press, these festive cookies can be shaped into delightful designs and decorated with colorful sprinkles or sanding sugar. Simple to prepare and quick to bake, they’re an ideal treat for family gatherings or cookie exchanges.

Ingredients

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Cookie Dough

  • 1 stick unsalted butter, softened (8 tablespoons)
  • 1 stick margarine, softened (8 tablespoons)
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 heaping teaspoon baking powder

Optional

  • Gel food coloring (as desired)
  • Sprinkles or sanding sugar for decoration

Instructions

  1. Prepare Butter Mixture: Place softened unsalted butter and margarine into an electric mixer bowl. Beat on medium speed until the mixture is light and fluffy, approximately 2-3 minutes.
  2. Add Sugar and Eggs: Gradually add sugar, about 1/2 cup at a time, alternating with eggs to ensure thorough mixing. Continue to beat until the mixture is creamy and well combined.
  3. Add Vanilla Extract: Pour in the vanilla extract and mix briefly to incorporate the flavor evenly throughout the dough.
  4. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, pinch of salt, and baking powder to distribute the leavening agent.
  5. Combine Dry and Wet: Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture by hand, a little at a time, folding gently until just combined. Be careful not to overwork the dough to maintain tenderness.
  6. Chill Dough: Cover the dough and chill it in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes, which helps with easier handling and prevents excessive spreading during baking.
  7. Chill Baking Pan: Place your baking pan in the fridge for 15 minutes prior to baking, as a chilled pan helps the dough stick better and retain shape.
  8. Load Cookie Press: Fill your spritz cookie press with the dough following the manufacturer’s instructions. If desired, add gel food coloring to portions of the dough before loading for colorful cookies.
  9. Adjust Dough Consistency: If the dough is too soft, chill it a bit longer. If it’s too stiff, let it sit at room temperature briefly to soften slightly for optimal pressing.
  10. Press Cookies: Press the dough directly onto an ungreased cookie sheet, spacing cookies about 1 inch apart to allow for slight spreading.
  11. Add Decorations: Immediately sprinkle your cookies with sprinkles or sanding sugar if desired before baking.
  12. Bake: Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10 to 15 minutes until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are set.
  13. Cool: Remove from oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Do not overload the cookie press to avoid clogging and uneven shapes.
  • If using food coloring, knead dough gently to incorporate color without overmixing.
  • Check cookies around 10 minutes to avoid overbaking for a softer texture.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
  • For a dairy-free version, substitute the unsalted butter with extra margarine or a vegan butter alternative.

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

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