Save Delicate, buttery spritz cookies arranged in a beautiful layered fan shape—perfect for the holidays and a festive addition to any cookie tray.
This recipe has been a holiday favorite in my family for years and always impresses guests with its unique layered fan shape.
Ingredients
- 1 cup (225 g) unsalted butter: softened
- 3/4 cup (150 g) granulated sugar:
- 1 large egg: room temperature
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract:
- 1/2 tsp almond extract: optional
- 2 1/4 cups (280 g) all-purpose flour:
- 1/2 tsp fine sea salt:
- Colored sanding sugar or sprinkles: for decoration
- 2 oz (60 g) dark or white chocolate: melted, optional for drizzling
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or leave ungreased if using a nonstick sheet.
- Step 2:
- In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2 3 minutes.
- Step 3:
- Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract (if using) until well combined.
- Step 4:
- Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing just until incorporated. Do not overmix.
- Step 5:
- Fit a cookie press with a fan or star-shaped disc. Fill the press with dough.
- Step 6:
- Press cookies directly onto the baking sheets, forming fans by overlapping slightly at the base arrange 3 4 cookies in a fanned layer for each cluster.
- Step 7:
- Sprinkle with colored sugar or sprinkles if desired.
- Step 8:
- Bake for 9 11 minutes until the edges are just turning golden.
- Step 9:
- Cool cookies on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Step 10:
- Once cooled, drizzle with melted chocolate if desired and let set before serving.
Save My family gathers every holiday season to make these cookies together, creating lasting memories while enjoying the delicious results.
Notes
To create layered fans, overlap cookies at their base before baking. Pairs well with coffee, tea, or dessert wine.
Required Tools
Electric mixer, mixing bowls, cookie press with fan or star-shaped disc, baking sheets, parchment paper, wire rack.
Allergen Information
Contains wheat (gluten), egg, milk (butter), and possible tree nuts if almond extract is used. Decorations may contain additional allergens check labels.
Save Enjoy these spritz cookies as a festive treat that delights both the eyes and the palate.
Recipe Guide
- → What gives spritz cookies their tender texture?
The tender texture comes from creaming softened unsalted butter with granulated sugar until light and fluffy, then gently incorporating egg and vanilla before adding flour.
- → How do I achieve the layered fan shape with these cookies?
Press cookie dough directly onto baking sheets using a fan or star-shaped disc, then overlap 3–4 cookies slightly at their base to form each fan cluster before baking.
- → Can I customize the flavorings in the dough?
Yes, adding vanilla extract is standard, and almond extract can be included optionally for a subtle nutty hint.
- → What decorations work well for these spritz cookies?
Colored sanding sugar or sprinkles add festive color, while melted dark or white chocolate can be drizzled on cooled cookies for extra appeal.
- → How should I store these cookies after baking?
Keep them in an airtight container at room temperature to preserve freshness for up to one week.