19 Best Spritz Cookies: Classic and Creative Recipes
JANUARY 23, 2023
SPRITZ COOKIE
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There’s nothing more comforting than a classic cookie that stands the test of time. Take spritz cookies. The ever-popular buttery treats may look delicate, but they’re actually hardy enough to pack in a lunchbox and enjoy as an afternoon snack. Of course, you can also whip up a plateful and serve them after dinner. Trust us, your guests won’t be able to resist!
To help you get started, we’ve rounded up our best spritz cookies recipes. From traditional buttery spritz to creative variations, you’ll find plenty of recipes that will become instant favorites.
So go ahead, grab a cookie press and get ready to whip up a batch of sweet spritz cookies. They’re sure to be a crowd-pleaser!
Taste of Home
Buttery Spritz Cookies
This tender spritz cookie recipe is very eye-catching on my Christmas cookie tray. The dough is easy to work with, so it's fun to make these spritz cookies into a variety of festive shapes. This is hands down the best spritz cookie recipe ever. —Beverly Launius, Sandwich, Illinois
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14,019
27,314
30 min
TOTAL TIME
676
CALORIES
$1.53
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Lil' Luna
Spritz Cookie Recipe
Spritz cookies are buttery and sweet pressed cookies. They are festive and so fun to make, with all kinds of shapes!
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1,187
13
21 min
TOTAL TIME
774
CALORIES
$0.93
PER SERVING
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Princess Pinky Girl
Spritz Cookies
Spritz Cookies are the perfect crumbly cookies with a sweet, buttery flavor. They are baked into intricate shapes or patterns, with colorful decoration, making them the ultimate holiday cookie recipe!
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263
1
28 min
TOTAL TIME
102
CALORIES
$0.17
PER SERVING
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A Kitchen Addiction
Lemon Spritz Cookies
Deliciously sweet and zesty Lemon Spritz Cookies that are perfect for any occasion! A quick and easy recipe that will have you baking up a batch in no time.
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22
18 min
TOTAL TIME
61
CALORIES
$0.17
PER SERVING
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Gluten-Free Baking
Gluten-Free Spritz Cookies
Gluten-Free Spritz Cookies are buttery and tender. A gluten-free flour blend-- and good cookie press--makes these one of the easiest Christmas cookies to bake. They are lovely on their own or decorated with a sprinkle of colored sugar.
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820
CALORIES
$1.16
PER SERVING
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The Monday Box
Chocolate Espresso Spritz Cookies
Make dozens of mocha flavored butter cookies in minutes with this spritz cookie recipe and a cookie press. Then sandwich them with melted chocolate. The perfect cookie for the coffee lover.
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3,801
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37 min
TOTAL TIME
110
CALORIES
$0.21
PER SERVING
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Delightful Glazed Spritz Cookies
These delightful glazed spritz cookies will be the star attraction on your holiday cookie tray. Featuring tender, buttery cookies in a variety of festive shapes, you'll enjoy making them just as much as eating them. The smooth glaze adds a touch of elegance and helps the sprinkles adhere for an eye-...
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28 min
TOTAL TIME
670
CALORIES
$1.35
PER SERVING
Ingredients
Directions
9 STEPS
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Preheat the oven to 375°F.
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In a large bowl, cream unsalted butter, 1 1/4 cups confectioners' sugar, and salt until light and fluffy.
3
Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract.
4
Gradually beat in the all-purpose flour until well combined.
5
Using a cookie press fitted with your chosen disk, press dough 2 inches apart onto ungreased baking sheets.
6
Bake for 6-8 minutes or until the cookies are set but not browned. Remove from oven and let them cool completely on wire racks.
7
In a small bowl, mix 1 cup confectioners' sugar and 2 tablespoons of water to create a smooth glaze.
8
Dip the cooled cookies in the glaze, allowing excess to drip off. Decorate with colored sugar and sprinkles while the glaze is still wet.
9
Set aside glazed cookies and let them stand until the glaze sets.
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Beach House Kitchen
Chai Spiced Spritz Cookies
These Chai Spiced Spritz Cookies are ultra-cozy with the warm spices of chai. It wouldn't be the holidays with a batch a spritz cookies!
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149
12
45
CALORIES
$0.11
PER SERVING
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Beach House Kitchen
S'mores Spritz Sandwich Cookies
Take your favorite campfire treat to the next level with these delicious S'mores Spritz Sandwich Cookies - a delectable combination of crunchy cookie, sweet marshmallow, and creamy chocolate!
47 min
TOTAL TIME
$5.78
PER SERVING
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Wilton
Classic Buttery Spritz Cookies
These buttery spritz cookies are made using a cookie press, so you can make a variety of shapes and sizes just by changing the discs on the press. Serve your spritz cookies plain or sprinkle them with jimmies, sugars or nonpareils for some added color. You can even ice them or dip them in melted cho...
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6,967
53
1 hr 30 min
TOTAL TIME
695
CALORIES
$1.62
PER SERVING
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Spend with Pennies
Spritz Cookies
Flavored with almond extract and portioned out with a cookie press, it’s easy to churn out dozens of yummy cookies that keep well throughout the holidays!
1
908
16
17 min
TOTAL TIME
95
CALORIES
$0.10
PER SERVING
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Kitchen Confidante
Lemon Spritz Cookies
With a hint of lemon, these Lemon Spritz Cookies are light and buttery thanks to a creamy blend of butter and cream cheese. Well suited for a cookie press, this dough can also be used for cut out or sliced cookies. Just be sure to handle the dough after a good chill if making the latter.
37
30 min
TOTAL TIME
164
CALORIES
$0.35
PER SERVING
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Jo Cooks
Spritz Cookies
These make-ahead classic Spritz Cookies fit perfectly with the rest of my Holiday cookie collection. They are super easy to make, melt-in-your-mouth delicious, buttery, perfectly sweetened, and have a wonderful hint of almond flavor. Decorate them any way you like, dip them in chocolate, cover them ...
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1
37 min
TOTAL TIME
38
CALORIES
$0.10
PER SERVING
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Spaceships and Laser Beams
Spritz Cookies
Our butter spritz cookies are a beautiful addition to your holiday baking with their intricate designs and amazing flavor.
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4,202
38
28 min
TOTAL TIME
102
CALORIES
$0.17
PER SERVING
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An Italian in my kitchen
Italian Spritz Cookies
Italian Spritz Cookies, a delicious Italian Cookie dough recipe perfect for using a cookie press. A fast & easy Christmas Cookie recipe.
1
1,703
1
20 min
TOTAL TIME
64
CALORIES
$0.19
PER SERVING
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King Arthur Baking
Sparkling Spice Spritz Cookies
These cardamom-perfumed spice cookies are extra-pretty when piped from a cookie press.
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1 hr 40 min
TOTAL TIME
628
CALORIES
$0.86
PER SERVING
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The Spiced Life
Spritz Cookies with Browned Butter and Chinese Five Spice
Adapted from The Spiced Life.
3
24
809
CALORIES
$0.95
PER SERVING
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Wild Wild Whisk
Chocolate Spritz Cookie recipe
This Chocolate Spritz Cookie recipe is one of the easiest holiday cookie recipe you’ll find. These bite size chocolate spritz cookies are adorned with holiday sprinkles for a festive look. One batch of this spritz recipe makes over 3 dozen cookies, more than enough to pass around the office and to s...
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1,372
1
24 min
TOTAL TIME
548
CALORIES
$1.37
PER SERVING
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Baking A Moment
Spritz Cookies
Light, crisp, and so buttery, these spritz cookies are a beloved holiday tradition. So good with a warm cup of tea, coffee, or cocoa!
12
1,817
1
40 min
TOTAL TIME
88
CALORIES
$0.22
PER SERVING
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Cupcake Project
Spritz Cookies
These cookies have a vibrant vanilla flavor and the juice from the real cherries placed in the centers ooze out a bit to give each cookie a cherry taste.
4
12
13 min
TOTAL TIME
60
CALORIES
$0.20
PER SERVING
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