How to Make Cream Cheese Spritz Cookies - A Step-by-Step Guide

Spritz cookies are a classic holiday treat that are beloved by many. These delicate, buttery cookies are typically made using a cookie press to create beautifully shaped cookies. The addition of cream cheese to the dough adds a subtle tanginess and richness that sets these cookies apart from the rest. Cream Cheese Spritz Cookies are perfect for any holiday gathering, cookie exchange, or just for enjoying at home with a warm cup of tea or coffee.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup butter, at room temperature
  • 1 (3 ounce) package cream cheese, at room temperature
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 8 drops green food coloring, or as desired (Optional)
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 54
  • Yield: 4 1/2 dozen cookies

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Cream butter and cream cheese together in a bowl using an electric mixer; add sugar and beat well. Mix in vanilla extract and food coloring. Slowly add flour and mix well to combine.
  • Fill a cookie press with dough and form cookies onto ungreased cookie sheets.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until edges are set, 8 to 10 minutes, making sure to remove at the first hint of browning.
  • Nutrition

    60 cal.

    • Total Fat: 4g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 11mg
    • Sodium: 29mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 5g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Calcium: 3mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 8mg