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Buttery Almond Spritz Cookies: Easy Holiday Recipe

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These buttery almond spritz cookies are a holiday staple, featuring a delicate, melt-in-your-mouth texture and rich almond flavor. Perfect for cookie exchanges, holiday platters, or gifting, they come together in under 30 minutes with simple pantry ingredients.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
  • Optional: Food coloring or sprinkles

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together on medium speed for 2-3 minutes, until light, pale, and fluffy. Scrape down the sides of the bowl halfway through.
  3. Add the room-temperature egg, almond extract, and vanilla extract. Beat on low speed until just combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt. Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until a soft dough forms. The dough should be pliable but not sticky. If too sticky, add one tablespoon of flour at a time.
  5. Fit your cookie press with the desired disk. Fill the press chamber with dough, twisting the cap to secure it. Test a small amount onto a plate to ensure proper extrusion.
  6. Hold the press perpendicular to the baking sheet, pressing firmly and evenly. Lift straight up without twisting. If dough sticks, chill it in the refrigerator for 10 minutes.
  7. If desired, add sprinkles or colored sugar immediately after pressing.
  8. Bake for 8-10 minutes, until edges are just barely golden. Centers should still look pale.
  9. Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 2 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Butter temperature is crucial: softened but not melted. If dough is sticky, chill for 10-15 minutes. Practice on parchment paper first if new to using a cookie press. Flavor improves after a day or two.

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