Ingredients:

  • 1 cup (2 sticks/227g) unsalted butter, softened
  • ⅔ cup (133g) granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon almond extract
  • 2 ¼ cups (281g) all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt
  • Sprinkles, colored sugars, edible glitter (optional)

Instructions:

  1. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  2. Beat in the egg, followed by the vanilla and almond extracts.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix!
  5. Cover the dough and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. This helps the dough hold its shape when pressed.
  6. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C/Gas Mark 5). Fit your spritz cookie press with your desired design plate.
  7. Fill the cookie press with chilled dough. Press cookies directly onto ungreased baking sheets or parchment-lined baking sheets. Space them about 1 inch apart.
  8. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
  9. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Decorate as desired.