How to Make My Mom's Spritz Cookies - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's something truly special about family recipes that have been passed down through generations. They carry with them the memories and traditions of the past, connecting us to our loved ones in a beautifully delicious way. One such recipe that holds a special place in my heart is my mom's spritz cookies. These delicate, buttery cookies have been a staple in our family for as long as I can remember, and every time I bake them, I feel like I'm carrying on a cherished tradition.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • 2 egg yolks
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 42
  • Yield: 42 cookies

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Combine butter and sugar in a bowl. Beat with an electric mixer until creamy. Add egg yolks and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined. Beat in flour and baking powder. Use your hands to finish mixing if dough does not come together.
  • Add dough to a cookie press and press spritz-shaped cookies onto the prepared baking sheets.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cookies are lightly browned, 8 to 10 minutes. Cool on the baking sheets briefly; carefully transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before decorating.
  • Nutrition

    75 cal.

    • Total Fat: 5g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 21mg
    • Sodium: 7mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 8g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Calcium: 7mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 10mg