Buttery Almond Spritz Cookies
Indulge in these buttery, almond-flavored spritz cookies with a hint of vanilla. Bake to a delicate crunch, then decorate with colorful sugar or crunchy almonds for a festive, holiday-worthy treat.
Instructions
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In a large bowl, cream the softened butter, cream cheese, and sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. Beat in the almond and vanilla extracts.
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Gradually mix in the all-purpose flour until a smooth dough forms. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
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Preheat the oven to 375°F. Using a cookie press fitted with a desired disk, press the chilled dough onto ungreased baking sheets, spacing the cookies about 2 inches apart.
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Sprinkle the unbaked cookies with colored sugar or finely chopped almonds.
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Bake for 10-12 minutes, until the cookies are set. Allow to cool on the baking sheets for 1 minute before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
Nutrition Information
Per serving (based on 24 servings)
Nutrition information is automatically calculated and should be considered an estimate.
