Spritz Cookies

Get ready to fall in love with your cookie press—because Spritz cookies make holiday baking feel like pure fun.

These buttery, delicate little cookies press out into the cutest festive shapes, and this simple dough is made to glide perfectly through your press.

Just mix everything together, load the cookie press, and pop out adorable designs right onto your baking sheet or parchment paper.

In no time, you’ll have trays of melt-in-your-mouth wreaths, trees, and stars that look bakery-level beautiful with zero fuss.

They’re the ultimate holiday cookie when you want something fancy, fun, and unbelievably easy. Prepare to spark a full-on cookie-press tradition in your kitchen.

Christmas Spritz Cookies

If you’re looking for the perfect Christmas cookie, these Spritz cookies bring all the charm of the season in one bite.

Their crisp, buttery texture pairs beautifully with classic holiday shapes—snowflakes, ornaments, reindeer, and more.

Tint the dough with festive gel food coloring or add cheerful sprinkles before baking for a true Christmas-cookie-tray showstopper.

Whether you’re gifting, hosting, or baking with kids, these Christmas Spritz cookies instantly make your holiday baking feel nostalgic, joyful, and incredibly delicious.

What Makes This Recipe So Great

These cookies are buttery, crisp, and delightfully light. The fun shapes make them a festive addition to any cookie tray.

The recipe is specifically designed for a cookie press. You get an elegant, classic cookie that is surprisingly simple to make in large batches.

Ingredient Notes

• Butter: Use real, salted butter that is softened but still cool. The butter’s texture is crucial for the dough to press properly.

• Flour: All-purpose flour works perfectly. Do not overmeasure the flour, or the dough will be too stiff to press.

• Almond Extract: This gives the cookies their classic flavor. You can use all vanilla extract if you prefer.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• You can make dozens of cookies very quickly.

• The dough is easy to flavor and color.

• The cookies keep their shape beautifully during baking.

How To Make Spritz Cookies

Ingredients

• 1 cup salted butter, softened but cool
• 2/3 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Step-by-step Instructions

1. Heat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. Beat the softened butter and sugar in a large bowl until the mixture is creamy.
3. Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract.
4. Add the flour and salt to the bowl.
5. Mix on low speed until the dough comes together.
6. Do not chill the dough.
7. Load the dough into a cookie press fitted with a disk of your choice.
8. Press the cookies onto an ungreased, cold baking sheet.
9. Bake the cookies for 6 to 8 minutes.
10. The cookies are done when the edges are very lightly browned.
11. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 2 minutes before moving them to a wire rack.

Cook and Prep Times

• Preparation Time: 20 minutes
• Cooking Time: 8 minutes
• Additional Time: 0 minutes
• Total Time: 28 minutes

Nutrition Information

Servings: 48 cookies

• Calories: 60
• Fat: 4g
• Protein: 1g
• Carbohydrates: 6g

Helpful Tips

• Use a cool, ungreased baking sheet for the best results.

• If the dough is too soft, add one tablespoon of flour at a time.

• If the dough is too stiff, add one teaspoon of water at a time.

Expert Tips for Perfect Results

1. If your cookies stick, chill the baking sheet in the freezer for 5 minutes before pressing the next batch.

2. For colored cookies, add a few drops of gel food coloring to the dough and mix thoroughly.

3. Decorate the baked cookies with sprinkles before baking or drizzle with melted chocolate after cooling.

Serving Suggestions

Arrange these cookies on a platter for a holiday party. They are perfect with a cup of coffee or hot chocolate.

Storage and Reheating Tips

Store the cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks. These cookies are not suitable for reheating.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why won’t my cookies release from the press?

The dough is likely too cold or too stiff. Let the dough warm up slightly at room temperature and ensure you are using enough pressure.

Can I make these without a cookie press?

You cannot make traditional spritz cookies without a press. The dough is too stiff to drop or roll.

My cookies spread too much. What happened?

Your butter was probably too soft or warm. The butter should be softened but still cool to the touch.

Final Thoughts

This spritz cookie recipe is a classic for a very good reason.

The process is fast, fun, and perfect for family baking. The final product is a delicate, buttery cookie that looks professional.

You will love the variety of shapes you can create. These cookies are a holiday tradition that is both simple and special.

This recipe will make you a cookie-pressing pro in no time.