Best 3 Mamie Eisenhowers Swedish Spritzbaaken Cookies Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with Mamie Eisenhower's Swedish Spritzbaaken cookies, a timeless treat originating from the kitchens of the former First Lady. These delicate and flavorful cookies, also known as Spritzgebäck, are a staple of Swedish baking, characterized by their distinctive star-shaped appearance and melt-in-your-mouth texture. Our collection of recipes offers a variety of Spritzbaaken cookies, each with its unique twist to cater to diverse tastes and preferences. Embark on a delightful baking adventure as you explore recipes for traditional Spritzbaaken, almond-infused Spritzgebäck, and gluten-free alternatives, ensuring that everyone can relish this delectable treat.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

MAMIE EISENHOWER'S FAVORITE SPRITZBOAKEN



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These yummy spritz cookies are said to be our former first-lady's favorite spritz recipe. They are just a little different from the usual, although I personally cannot pinpoint why. Probably just the way all the good ingredients combine. But they are delicious and you'll like them, too. This recipe makes a lot of cookies; I'm guessing at the yield.

Provided by Lorraine of AZ

Categories     Dessert

Time 35m

Yield 72 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lb butter, room temperature (no substitutes)
1 cup sugar
1 large egg
2 large egg yolks
1 teaspoon vanilla
4 1/2 cups flour

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350° with rack in center of oven.
  • Cream the butter well, adding the sugar slowly, then cream the two well.
  • Beat in the egg and 2 yolks. Add the vanilla. Please note that you can substitute 1/2 teaspoon vanilla plus 1/8 teaspoon almond extract for all vanilla.
  • Slowly add the flour, mixing well after each addition. This will be a nice, soft dough.
  • Fill a cooky press and press into desired shapes on a ungreased cookie sheets.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 10-12 minutes.

MAMIE EISENHOWER'S SWEDISH SPRITZBAAKEN COOKIES



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This recipe was donated by Mrs. Eisenhower during her husband's term in office to a church cookbook of cookie recipes that my mother gave me recently.

Provided by Mysterygirl

Categories     Dessert

Time 20m

Yield 100 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lb butter
1 cup sugar
2 large eggs
2 large egg yolks
4 1/2 cups sifted flour
vanilla

Steps:

  • Cream sugar and butter.
  • Add beaten eggs and yolks.
  • Then flour gradually, then vanilla to taste.
  • Use cookie press and form your own design.
  • Bake in a moderate oven (350° or 375°) 20 minutes or until done.
  • Should be light in color.
  • These bake very quickly and need to be watched constantly.

SWEDISH SPRITZ COOKIES



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Every Christmas, my daughter and I have a 1-day cookie-making spree. We roll out more than 60 dozen cookies, including these mouthwatering morsels.-Susan Bittner, Alberta, British Columbia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 25m

Yield 5 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup butter, softened
2/3 cup sugar
1 egg
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
Frosting

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and extracts. Combine the flour and baking powder; gradually add to the creamed mixture. , Using a cookie press fitted with disk of your choice, press dough into desired shapes 1 in. apart onto ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 375° for 10-11 minutes or until edges are firm and lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool. Frost as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 108 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 77mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Tips:

  • Use room-temperature butter: This will help the cookies cream together more easily and result in a smoother dough.
  • Chill the dough before baking: This will help the cookies hold their shape and prevent them from spreading too much.
  • Use a cookie press with a star-shaped disk: This will give the cookies their traditional Swedish spritzbaaken shape.
  • Bake the cookies until they are just beginning to brown around the edges: Overbaking will make them dry and crumbly.
  • Let the cookies cool completely before storing them: This will help them keep their shape and prevent them from becoming soft.

Conclusion:

Mamie Eisenhower's Swedish Spritzbaaken Cookies are a delicious and festive holiday treat. With their delicate anise flavor and traditional Swedish shape, these cookies are sure to be a hit at your next holiday party. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to bake up a batch of these delicious cookies!

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