Description
Delightfully tender Italian Butter Cookies, also known as Spritz Cookies, that bring warmth and nostalgia to every bite.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
- 1 egg
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- A pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract. Mix until combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Shape the cookies using a cookie press or by scooping dough and flattening it on baking sheets.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
- Allow cookies to cool on a wire rack before serving.
Notes
Room temperature ingredients are key. Don’t overbake to maintain their tender texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Italian cookies, spritz cookies, butter cookies, festive baking, easy dessert