{"id":29038,"date":"2018-01-01T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2017-09-08T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/origin-www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/almond-spritz-cookies\/"},"modified":"2024-11-12T15:49:35","modified_gmt":"2024-11-12T21:49:35","slug":"almond-spritz-cookies","status":"publish","type":"recipe","link":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/almond-spritz-cookies\/","title":{"rendered":"Almond Spritz Cookies"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>If you&#8217;re looking for a truly delightful treat, look no further than our recipe for almond spritz cookies. Combining almonds&#8217; delicate, nutty flavor with a buttery, melt-in-your-mouth texture makes for a rich, flavorful cookie that&#8217;s perfect for any occasion. You can even use festive cookie press disks to make this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/recipes-for-your-christmas-cookie-swap\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/recipes-for-your-christmas-cookie-swap\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">cookie exchange recipe<\/a> for holiday cookie swaps.<\/p>\n<p>The spritz cookie dough is straightforward to prepare and can be decorated in various ways, making these a versatile (not to mention fun!) addition to your cookie repertoire. Sprinkle them with a dash of colorful sugar or even a drizzle of icing to make these sweet little cookies as enjoyable to look at as they are to eat.<\/p>\n<h2>Ingredients for Almond Spritz Cookies<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Butter:\u00a0<\/strong>Make sure to start with softened butter, which makes it easier to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/how-to-cream-butter-and-sugar\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/how-to-cream-butter-and-sugar\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">cream butter and sugar<\/a> in the first step. We recommend using unsalted butter, as salted butter may detract from the cookies&#8217; buttery taste.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Sugars:<\/strong> This recipe uses regular granulated sugar and brown sugar. Adding molasses-rich brown sugar gives the cookies a sweet, rich flavor with depth.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Egg:<\/strong> Bring egg to room temperature before baking.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Almond and vanilla extracts:<\/strong> Almond extract contributes almond flavor, while vanilla extract\u00a0helps to balance sweetness.<\/li>\n<li><strong>All-purpose flour:\u00a0<\/strong>All-purpose flour is best for this recipe to create tender cookies with the right texture.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Baking soda:\u00a0<\/strong>Baking soda helps the cookies stay light and develop a delightful crunch.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Colored sugar:<\/strong> Although optional, pink and red sugar look beautiful on these cookies. Of course, feel free to choose any color, especially if you&#8217;re decorating the cookies for a specific holiday.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Directions<\/h2>\n<h3>Step 1: Cream the butter and sugar<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2077558\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Almond-spritz-cookies-TOHD24_13215_JackieAlpers_01.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Almond Spritz Cookies Tohd24 13215 Jackiealpers 01\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Jackie Alpers for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Preheat the oven to 375\u00b0F. In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugars until light and fluffy, five to seven minutes. Beat in the egg and almond and vanilla extracts. Set aside.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 2: Combine the dry ingredients<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2077559\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Almond-spritz-cookies-TOHD24_13215_JackieAlpers_02.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Almond Spritz Cookies Tohd24 13215 Jackiealpers 02\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Jackie Alpers for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking soda and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture and mix well.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 3: Press the dough<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2077560\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Almond-spritz-cookies-TOHD24_13215_JackieAlpers_03.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Almond Spritz Cookies Tohd24 13215 Jackiealpers 03\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Jackie Alpers for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Using a cookie press fitted with the disk of your choice, press the dough 2 inches apart onto ungreased baking sheets. If desired, sprinkle with the colored sugar.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 4: Bake the spritz cookies<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2077561\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Almond-spritz-cookies-TOHD24_13215_JackieAlpers_04.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Almond Spritz Cookies Tohd24 13215 Jackiealpers 04\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Jackie Alpers for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Bake the cookies until the edges just begin to brown, seven to nine minutes. Cool on wire racks.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2077562\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Almond-spritz-cookies-TOHD24_13215_JackieAlpers_06.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Almond Spritz Cookies Tohd24 13215 Jackiealpers 06\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Jackie Alpers for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Recipe Variations<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Use different flavorings: <\/strong>Try infusing the cookies with different flavors by adding maple flavoring and espresso powder for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/coffee-maple-spritz\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/coffee-maple-spritz\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">coffee maple spritz cookies<\/a> or warming spices to make variations like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/cardamom-spritz\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/cardamom-spritz\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">cardamom spritz<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Top with a glaze:\u00a0<\/strong>Skip the colored sugar and drizzle a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/confectioners-sugar-glaze\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/confectioners-sugar-glaze\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">powdered sugar glaze<\/a> over the cookies instead. Take it one step further and finely chop some almonds to sprinkle over the glaze as it hardens.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How to Store Almond Spritz Cookies<\/h2>\n<p>Once cookies have cooled completely, store them in an airtight container. There&#8217;s no need to refrigerate them, and you can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/how-to-store-cookies\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/how-to-store-cookies\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">store cookies<\/a> at room temperature for up to two weeks.<\/p>\n<h3>Can you freeze almond spritz cookies?<\/h3>\n<p>These almond spritz cookies freeze exceptionally well. Just be sure to cool them completely before placing them in an airtight freezer bag. Enjoy them within six months for the freshest taste.<\/p>\n<h2>Almond Spritz Cookie Tips<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2077563\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Almond-spritz-cookies-TOHD24_13215_JackieAlpers_07.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Almond Spritz Cookies Tohd24 13215 Jackiealpers 07\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Jackie Alpers for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h3>How do you prevent almond spritz cookies from spreading?<\/h3>\n<p>If your cookies are spreading too much in the oven and you&#8217;re positive you didn&#8217;t mismeasure the ingredients, you may need to chill them before baking them. This old trick works wonders: Place the sheet pan in the fridge for 15 to 20 minutes to chill the dough before baking.<\/p>\n<h3>Can you make this almond spritz cookie recipe without a cookie press?<\/h3>\n<p>If you don&#8217;t have a cookie press on hand, you can use a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/how-to-use-a-piping-bag\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/how-to-use-a-piping-bag\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">piping bag<\/a> or a plastic storage bag, such as a small freezer zip-top freezer bag with a corner cut out. Alternatively, you can scoop the dough into 1-inch balls and use a fork or knife to create a design. However, the cookies won&#8217;t look nearly as impressive as they will when pressed through a cookie press.<\/p>\n<h3>How do you serve almond spritz cookies?<\/h3>\n<p>If you plan to include this almond spritz cookie recipe with your other favorite holiday cookies, you&#8217;re in good company: Almond cookies are a delicate old-time favorite, and they pair well with other sweet treats. We love serving them with moist, soft <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/italian-christmas-cookies\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/italian-christmas-cookies\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">ricotta cookies<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/pecan-tassies\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/pecan-tassies\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">pecan tassies<\/a> or any of our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/our-best-christmas-cookie-recipes\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/our-best-christmas-cookie-recipes\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">best Christmas cookies<\/a>. And don&#8217;t worry if you want to make them outside the holidays; you can make these any time of year!).<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This almond spritz cookies recipe can be left plain or decorated with colored sugar and frosting. In our house, it just wouldn&#8217;t be Christmas without some cookie press recipes.\u2014Tanya Hart, Muncie, Indiana<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":8053,"featured_media":2077564,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"ep_exclude_from_search":false},"tags":[303971,304158,304423,306027,304328,304288,305487,304338,306171,304515,303966,304435,304408,304368,303887,304268,304558,324623,303994,306077,304150,303883,304117,304473],"categories-v2":[308500,310461,309438,308821,308988,311758,308984,308481,259620,310796,308992,312036,308880,308495,308837,308813,308745,308478,259483,308910,309177,308528,311821,309434,308476,308705,308876],"coauthors":[343493],"recommended_recipes":[{"post_title":"Almond Cookies","post_link":"\/recipes\/almond-cookies\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/AlmondCookies_TOHD24_RMS29054_EmilyDavis_010_SOCIAL_Sqaure.jpg"},{"post_title":"Almond Kiss 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Also, just enough almond extract & not too much. The softness made them not want to separate from the press at times, but using a fresh sheet of parchment with each batch did the trick. Will definitely use this recipe again.<\/p>","CommentId":3,"DateRated":"12\/24\/2017 20:51","GUID":"be4bb13d1bc84ec89d52b4a597e0057b","MemberId":7540881,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"velham6","SubmittedDate":"12\/24\/2017 20:51"},{"Comment":"<p>This is by far my favorite spritz cookie!<\/p>","CommentId":4,"DateRated":"12\/07\/2017 22:59","GUID":"5a05748e54b0463ba9c4357d5a101a86","MemberId":8936593,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Wiliis","SubmittedDate":"12\/07\/2017 22:59"},{"Comment":"<p>I made a double batch this past weekend for my holiday cookie trays and for my church group.  The cookie dough was easy to work with and the cookies are delicious with their buttery, slightly almond flavor.  A keeper!<\/p>","CommentId":5,"DateRated":"12\/19\/2016 19:41","GUID":"45c4dc099f424c4ab8bd54aa1395268a","MemberId":1441542,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"KristineChayes","SubmittedDate":"12\/19\/2016 19:41"},{"Comment":"<p>This a fantastic recipe for spritz cookies.  The almond flavor is light but tasty.  I used a Pampered Chef cookie press with no problems at all.  Perfect cookies!  My husband ate 7 of them before I could put them up.  FYI: I'm at 6550' elevation and increased the all purpose flour by 1\/4 cup and they were great.<\/p>","CommentId":6,"DateRated":"12\/01\/2016 16:09","GUID":"2c67517f3d62461598cddf9fdc3d5228","MemberId":6980978,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"jtap888@yahoo.com","SubmittedDate":"12\/01\/2016 16:09"},{"Comment":"<p>Of course my cookie press decided to stop working today so I had to come up with a quick solution.  I used a scoop, placed ball on cookie sheet after dipping in colored sugar, added a tiny ball on top of each cookie and flattened with a glass.   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An excellent recipe-the batter works well in a cookie press.<\/p>","CommentId":10,"DateRated":"01\/05\/2012 15:06","GUID":"560e130a71e341f695b8a3831ccea0e9","MemberId":6341956,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"skiking","SubmittedDate":"01\/05\/2012 15:06"},{"Comment":"<p>Spritz cookies are my favorite!<\/p>","CommentId":11,"DateRated":"12\/14\/2011 09:00","GUID":"B615C86B199840FAB6101FB13633BB3D","MemberId":705805,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"RaOwBe","SubmittedDate":"12\/14\/2011 09:00"},{"Comment":"<p>I made these at Christmas and they worked well in my cookie spritz.<\/p>","CommentId":12,"DateRated":"","GUID":"2d6a72a5c2774324ab6a2d84943dc454","MemberId":1444409,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"radcook","SubmittedDate":"05\/20\/2009 18:50"}]},"breadcrumb":[{"term_id":309177,"name":"Recipes","slug":"recipes","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":309112,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Browse Taste Recipes recipes by course, cooking style, cuisine, ingredient, holiday and more categories to find a new family-favorite recipe.","parent":0,"count":50852,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/"},{"term_id":310796,"name":"Dishes &amp; Beverages","slug":"dishes-beverages","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":310731,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Wondering what to make? 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