Spritz Cookies

Spritz cookies are another family tradition for as long as I can remember. Mom and I made them every year. This year is no different, just without Mom since we live in different states, but if we lived nearby, you can bet we'd make them together.

(From Left to Right: Holly & berry wreath, yellow star, blue snowflake with candy pearls, red heart &green Christmas tree with red hot and little gingerbread men sprinkles)


1 c. powdered sugar
2 sticks unsalted butter (1 cup)
1 egg
1 tsp. vanilla extract
1/2 tsp. almond extract
2 tsp. baking powder
2 c. flour
Sprinkles of choice

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. In a mixer, add sugar and butter. Mix until light and fluffy. Add egg, vanilla and almond extracts and mix to incorporate.
3. Measure in the baking powder and mix. Add the flour, 1 cup at a time and mix until combined.
4. Using a cookie press, press cookies onto ungreased cookie sheets. Top with sprinkles.
5. Bake for 5-8 minutes; just until firm, but not browned yet.
6. Remove immediately to cooling racks.

NOTE: Recipe from www.foodnetwork.com.