Spritz Cookies

Spritz Butter Cookies

Recipe found at Vino Luci

• 1 pound (4 sticks) unsalted butter, cubed and at room temperature
• 1 1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar
• 2 tablespoons pure almond extract
• 1 large egg
• 3 1/2 cups unbleached, all-purpose flour
• 1/2 tsp salt

Preparation

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the butter and the sugar. Beat with mixer until light and creamy.
3. Add the vanilla and egg; mix until combined.
4. Add the and salt and mix on low, until just combined.
5. Load the cookie dough into your press according to directions.
6. Press cookies out onto a baking pan, about 2 inches apart.
7. Decorate with candy sprinkles or colored sugar if desired.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until lightly golden around the edges.
9. Enjoy!