Craving a buttery, melt-in-your-mouth cookie that's both easy to make and impressive to serve? Look no further than these magical Eggless Spritz Cookies! Whether you're an experienced baker or a kitchen novice, this recipe will transform your baking game in just 25 minutes. Imagine creating picture-perfect, delicate cookies that look like they came straight from a professional bakery - without the hassle or the eggs! These delightful treats are not just a cookie, they're an experience that will have everyone asking for your secret recipe.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- In a medium mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour and salt. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened unsalted butter using an electric mixer until smooth and light, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add powdered sugar to the butter and continue mixing until the mixture becomes fluffy and well combined.
- Mix in the vanilla extract and almond extract, beating until fully incorporated.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, mixing on low speed until a soft dough forms.
- If using a cookie press, load the dough into the press fitted with your desired decorative disk.
- Press the cookies directly onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
- If desired, decorate the cookies with colored sprinkles or colored sugar before baking.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are very lightly golden.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 2-3 minutes.
- Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Store the cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Tips
- Ensure your butter is truly softened but not melted - this is crucial for the right cookie texture.
- Use a cookie press for uniform, professional-looking cookies. If you don't have one, you can also use a piping bag with a decorative tip.
- Chill the baking sheets before pressing cookies to help them maintain their shape.
- Don't overbake! The edges should only be very lightly golden to keep the cookies tender.
- For extra flavor, experiment with different extract variations like pure vanilla or almond extract.
- Allow cookies to cool completely before storing to prevent moisture buildup.
- Store in an airtight container with parchment paper between layers to keep them fresh and prevent sticking.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 95kcal
Carbohydrates: 10g
Protein: 1g
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Cholesterol: 15mg
