Best 6 Worlds Best Spritz Cookie Recipes

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Are you craving a delightful treat that is perfect for any occasion? The World's Best Spritz Cookies are here to tantalize your taste buds and leave you wanting more. These cookies are not just any ordinary cookies; they are a symphony of flavors and textures that will make your heart sing. With their melt-in-your-mouth texture and a burst of flavors, these cookies are guaranteed to be a hit at any gathering.

The secret to these exceptional cookies lies in the unique combination of ingredients and the careful preparation process. The dough is made with a blend of butter, sugar, eggs, and flour, resulting in a smooth and pliable texture that is easy to work with. The addition of almond extract and lemon zest adds a touch of sophistication and depth to the flavor profile, making these cookies truly irresistible.

To create the signature spritz shape, a cookie press is used to push the dough through various decorative disks, resulting in intricate and visually appealing patterns. The cookies are then baked to perfection, achieving a delicate golden brown color that hints at the deliciousness within.

This recipe collection encompasses various variations of the World's Best Spritz Cookies, each offering a unique twist on the classic. From the traditional recipe that showcases the pure and simple flavors of the original, to more adventurous variations that incorporate ingredients like chocolate chips, nuts, and dried fruits, there is a recipe here to suit every taste preference.

Whether you are a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this collection of recipes will guide you through the process of creating these delectable cookies with ease. With step-by-step instructions and helpful tips, you can be confident that your spritz cookies will turn out perfectly every time.

So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary journey that will lead you to the World's Best Spritz Cookies. Prepare to indulge in a delightful symphony of flavors and textures that will make you the star of any gathering.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

BUTTERY SPRITZ COOKIES



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This tender spritz cookie recipe is very eye-catching on my Christmas cookie tray. The dough is easy to work with, so it's fun to make these spritz cookies into a variety of festive shapes. This is hands down the best spritz cookie recipe ever. -Beverly Launius, Sandwich, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield about 7-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup butter, softened
2-1/4 cups confectioners' sugar, divided
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 large egg, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
Melted semisweet chocolate, optional
2 to 3 tablespoons water
Colored sugar and sprinkles

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, cream butter, 1-1/4 cups confectioners' sugar and salt until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in egg and extracts. Gradually beat flour into creamed mixture., Using a cookie press fitted with a disk of your choice, press dough 2 in. apart onto ungreased baking sheets. Bake until set, 6-8 minutes (do not brown). Remove to wire racks to cool completely., If desired, dip in melted chocolate and let stand until set or, in a small bowl, mix remaining 1 cup confectioners' sugar and enough water to reach desired consistency. Dip cookies in glaze; decorate as desired. Let stand until set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 43 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 30mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

SPRITZ BUTTER COOKIES



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These gorgeous cookies begin with our Basic Butter Cookie Dough.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cookie Recipes

Time 45m

Yield Makes 100

Number Of Ingredients 1

Basic Butter Cookie Dough

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Fill cookie press, and form cookies on baking sheets according to manufacturer's instructions.
  • If decorating, brush with egg wash, then sprinkle with sugar or sprinkles. Bake until edges are firm (not brown), 10 to 15 minutes. Cool 1 to 2 minutes on baking sheets; cool completely on a rack.

SPRITZ COOKIES



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Buttery and melt-in-your-mouth delicious, Christmas spritz cookies are festive and endlessly customizable. Plus, they can be made ahead for up to 1 month!

Categories     Christmas     food gift     baking     comfort food     dessert     snack

Time 1h40m

Yield 40-50 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 c. unsalted butter, softened
2/3 c. granulated sugar
1 large egg, at room temperature
2 tsp. vanilla extract
1/2 tsp. kosher salt
1/4 tsp. almond extract
2 1/2 c. all-purpose flour
1/2 c. semi-sweet chocolate chips, melted
1/2 c. white chocolate chips, melted
Sparkling sugar
Finely shredded coconut
Christmas sprinkles, such as red, white and green nonpareils

Steps:

  • For the cookies: Preheat the oven to 375°F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Using a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, beat the butter and sugar on medium until creamy, about 2 minutes. Add the egg, vanilla extract, salt and almond extract. Beat on medium speed until well combined, about 1 minute. Reduce speed to low and add flour, beating until just incorporated. Cover and place the dough in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to chill.
  • Using a cookie press, stamp the cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheets using the desired decorative templates. If the dough becomes too warm, chill it for 15 to 30 minutes and then continue stamping. If desired, sprinkle some of the cookies with Christmas sprinkles.
  • Bake the cookies until light golden, 9 to 12 minutes, rotating baking sheets halfway through the cook time. Cool the cookies on the baking sheets for 5 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely, about 30 minutes.
  • For decorating: Place the semisweet chocolate chips and white chocolate chips in 2 separate small microwavable bowls. Microwave on high for 1 to 1 ½ minutes, stirring every 20 seconds, until melted and smooth. Drizzle the melted chocolate on the cookies as you like, topping with sparkling sugar, finely shredded coconut and Christmas sprinkles, if desired.

BEST SPRITZ COOKIES



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This is the best tasting spritz cookie ever! The addition of brown sugar to the dough gives them great flavor. Buttery, crispy, and the aroma of the spices while they're baking is just incredible. I hope you enjoy them as much as we have!

Provided by Lynda J.

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Spice Cookie Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 72

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup butter, at room temperature
1 cup packed brown sugar
⅓ cup white sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 egg yolks
3 ounces cream cheese, cut into pieces
¾ teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon salt
2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons colored decorating sugar, or as needed

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • Combine butter, brown sugar, white sugar, and vanilla extract in a large bowl; beat with an electric mixer until light and fluffy, 3 to 5 minutes. Add egg yolks, 1 at a time, mixing for about 15 seconds after each yolk. Add cream cheese and mix until well combined. Mix in nutmeg, cinnamon, and salt; beat until completely mixed. Add flour and stir just until incorporated.
  • Fill a cookie press with dough and press out cookies, using your favorite shape, onto ungreased cookie sheets. Sprinkle with colored sugar.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until lightly browned, 8 to 10 minutes. Cool on the baking sheet for 1 minute before removing to a wire rack to cool completely. Repeat with remaining dough.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 59.5 calories, Carbohydrate 7.3 g, Cholesterol 13.8 mg, Fat 3.1 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 30.9 mg, Sugar 4.3 g

SPRITZ COOKIES



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A basic cookie dough recipe is at the heart of this treat, great for any occasion. A cookie press (think of a caulking machine, but with cookie dough) offers lots of versatility, whether you're looking for wreaths for the holidays or hearts for Valentine's Day. Just beat together the ingredients, and place the dough in the press just after mixing. Push the dough through onto parchment paper, decorate with colored sugars and bake. They'll add a bit of color and joy to any cookie platter.

Provided by Alison Roman

Categories     cookies and bars, dessert

Time 1h

Yield About 2 dozen cookies

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 1/2 cups (3 sticks) unsalted butter
1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
3 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Coarse or decorative sugar, sesame seeds or poppy seeds

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 325 degrees. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder and salt.
  • In another bowl, using an electric mixer, beat together butter and sugar on medium-high until the mixture is superlight, fluffy and pale, about 5 minutes. Scrape down sides of the bowl and add in two eggs, one at a time, and vanilla extract and beat until everything is well combined, about 2 minutes.
  • Add in dry ingredients and beat just to blend, about a minute. Load dough into cookie press and make shapes as desired, pushing dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and spacing cookies 1 inch apart.
  • Beat remaining egg with 1 teaspoon water. Using a pastry brush, coat cookies with egg wash and sprinkle with sugar (pearl, sanding and colored sugars all work here), black or white sesame seeds, or poppy seeds. Bake until golden brown and baked through, 12 to 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 220, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 25 grams, Fat 12 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 8 grams, Sodium 104 milligrams, Sugar 11 grams, TransFat 0 grams

BEST EVER SPRITZ COOKIES



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I found this recipe while browsing online and think it's the best recipe I have tried so far when it comes to spritz cookie recipes! This recipe calls for brown sugar instead of white sugar, which gives these cookies a more flavorful and moist taste than your regular spritz cookie. Spritz cookies are a rich, buttery, Scandinavian...

Provided by Hope Vaillancourt

Categories     Cookies

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 c butter, softened
1 c packed brown sugar
1 tsp baking powder
1 large egg
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 tsp almond extract
3 1/2 c all purpose flour

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. In a large mixing bowl, beat butter with an electric mixer on medium to high speed for 30 seconds. Add brown sugar and baking powder. Beat until combined, scraping bowl occasionally. Beat in egg, vanilla, and almond extract until combined. Beat in as much of the flour as you can with the mixer. Stir in any remaining flour.
  • 2. Force unchilled dough through a cookie press fitted with a star or flower disk onto an ungreased cookie sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 7 to 9 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. Transfer to a wire rack and let cool.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: The better the quality of your ingredients, the better your cookies will taste. This means using real butter, pure vanilla extract, and unbleached all-purpose flour.
  • Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy: This will help to incorporate air into the dough, making the cookies lighter and more tender.
  • Chill the dough before baking: This will help to prevent the cookies from spreading too much in the oven.
  • Bake the cookies until the edges are just beginning to turn golden brown: Overbaking will make the cookies dry and crumbly.
  • Let the cookies cool completely before frosting: This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.

Conclusion:

These spritz cookies are a delicious and festive treat that are perfect for any occasion. They are easy to make and can be decorated in a variety of ways, making them a great choice for bakers of all skill levels. With so many different flavor variations, there is sure to be a spritz cookie recipe that everyone will love.

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