These delightful spritz cookies are perfect for the holiday season, featuring a buttery texture and a hint of vanilla and almond.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Preheating ensures even baking and the right texture for your cookies.
In a mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt, stirring well.
Mixing the dry ingredients first ensures they are evenly distributed.
In another bowl, beat the powdered sugar and butter until light and fluffy.
Room temperature butter helps achieve a smooth and creamy mixture.
Add the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract to the butter mixture, beating until combined.
Adding the extracts at this stage ensures their flavors are well incorporated.
Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
Mix just until combined to avoid overworking the dough.
Divide the dough into portions and, if desired, add food coloring to each portion.
Use gel food coloring for vibrant colors without altering the dough's consistency.
Fill a cookie press with the dough and press shapes onto ungreased baking sheets.
Hold the cookie press steady for consistent shapes.
Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes or until just set.
Keep an eye on the cookies to prevent overbaking.
Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.
Cooling on a wire rack prevents the cookies from becoming soggy.
For the icing, mix powdered sugar and milk until smooth and spreadable.
Adjust the milk quantity for your desired icing consistency.
Decorate the cooled cookies with the icing and any desired toppings.
Use a piping bag for precise icing designs.
Serve and enjoy your festive cookies!
These cookies make a great gift when packaged in decorative tins.
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