Pin This Delicate, buttery spritz cookies arranged in a beautiful layered fan shape—perfect for the holidays and a festive addition to any cookie tray.
Ingredients
- Cookie Dough: 1 cup (225 g) unsalted butter, softened, 3/4 cup (150 g) granulated sugar, 1 large egg, room temperature, 2 tsp pure vanilla extract, 1/2 tsp almond extract (optional), 2 1/4 cups (280 g) all-purpose flour, 1/2 tsp fine sea salt
- Decoration: Colored sanding sugar or sprinkles, 2 oz (60 g) dark or white chocolate, melted (optional, for drizzling)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or leave ungreased if using a nonstick sheet.
- Step 2:
- In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2 3 minutes.
- Step 3:
- Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract (if using) until well combined.
- Step 4:
- Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing just until incorporated. Do not overmix.
- Step 5:
- Fit a cookie press with a fan or star-shaped disc. Fill the press with dough.
- Step 6:
- Press cookies directly onto the baking sheets, forming fans by overlapping slightly at the base arrange 3 4 cookies in a fanned layer for each cluster.
- Step 7:
- Sprinkle with colored sugar or sprinkles if desired.
- Step 8:
- Bake for 9 11 minutes until the edges are just turning golden.
- Step 9:
- Cool cookies on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Step 10:
- Once cooled, drizzle with melted chocolate if desired and let set before serving.
Pin This Required Tools
Electric mixer, Mixing bowls, Cookie press with fan or star-shaped disc, Baking sheets, Parchment paper (optional), Wire rack
Allergen Information
Contains: Wheat (gluten), egg, milk (butter), and possible tree nuts if almond extract is used. Decorations may contain additional allergens—check labels.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 80, Total Fat: 4.5 g, Carbohydrates: 9 g, Protein: 1 g (per cookie)
Pin This These spritz cookies bring joy and a festive spirit to any gathering with their delicate shape and buttery flavor.
Recipe Q&A
- → What dough consistency is ideal for shaping spritz fans?
The dough should be soft and smooth but firm enough to hold its shape when pressed. Avoid overmixing to maintain tenderness while ensuring it is not too sticky for the cookie press.
- → How do I create the layered fan arrangement?
Press cookies onto the baking sheet overlapping the bases slightly, arranging 3 to 4 cookies in a fanned cluster. This layering technique achieves a beautiful visual effect after baking.
- → Can I substitute almond extract if unavailable?
Yes, almond extract is optional and can be omitted or replaced with a nut-free alternative like additional vanilla extract for subtle flavor enhancement.
- → What is the best way to prevent sticking during baking?
Line baking sheets with parchment paper or use ungreased nonstick sheets. This ensures cookies release easily without losing their delicate shape.
- → How should I store these cookies to maintain freshness?
Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week to retain crispness and buttery flavor.