These buttery Easter Spritz Cookies are easy to make and will win you over at the first bite. These cookies are simple to prepare, and their colors and shapes perfectly complement the Easter atmosphere. Spritz cookies are popular worldwide because of their simplicity, crispy texture, and rich flavor.
Easter Spritz Cookies
Easter is a time when families come together, and homes come alive with a joyful atmosphere. One of the best ways to celebrate this holiday is by preparing delicious food for this special day! I especially enjoy making desserts.
You can make Easter Spritz Cookies with your kids—it’s fun, and I’m sure you’ll love it! Grab your ingredients, and let’s start baking these delicious and irresistible cookies.
Necessary ingredients:
- unsalted butter
- granulated sugar
- salt
- egg
- vanilla extract
- almond extract
- all purpose flour
- easter M&Ms
How to Make Easter Spritz Cookies?
Preparing the Dough:
Beat the softened butter, sugar, and salt until light and creamy. Add the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract, then mix until well combined. Once you have a smooth mixture, gradually add the flour and continue mixing until a soft dough forms.
Shaping the Cookies:
Now comes the most fun part! Transfer the dough into a spritz press fitted with your desired disk and press out the cookies onto a baking sheet.
Baking:
Bake at 350°F for about 8 minutes, or until the bottoms turn lightly golden.
Decorating:
While the cookies are still warm, press Easter M&Ms onto them for a festive touch.
The ingredient quantities and the detailed recipe are at the bottom of the post in the recipe card.
Pro Tips for Making This Recipe:
- Use an ungreased, unlined baking sheet. Avoid parchment paper, as the cookies need to stick slightly to the sheet when being pressed out.
- Don’t overmix the butter and sugar. Too much air in the dough will cause the cookies to spread and flatten during baking. Mixing for 1-2 minutes is enough.
- Avoid overly softened butter. The butter should be just soft enough to mix – this helps the cookies maintain their shape and thickness.
- For thicker cookies, chill the dough in the fridge for 10-15 minutes before pressing. Also, chill the baking sheet before using.
- To ensure the M&Ms stick, press them onto the cookies immediately after taking them out of the oven. Work quickly, as the cookies set fast.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
How to store?
- Store the baked and cooled cookies in an airtight container for up to 7 days. You can also freeze them in an appropriate container and thaw them before serving.
Easter Spritz Cookies are the perfect choice for anyone looking to enjoy the holiday spirit and make something special. This simple yet delicious recipe will make your Easter even more delightful, and your family will love every bite.
They are typically made using a spritz press, which allows them to take on specific shapes quickly and easily. These cookies are perfect with a cup of warm tea, coffee, or cocoa. Enjoy the baking process and the joyful atmosphere – because homemade cookies always add a special charm to the table!
Need more Easter recipes? You can find them here – Easter Desserts. Cookie lovers, be sure to try our Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Cookies, one of the most popular recipes on the blog! You can also try to make these delicious Easter M&M Chocolate Chip Blondies from a famous blogger The Baking Chocolatess.
Why do I love spritz cookies? They are made with simple ingredients. You can quickly and easily create perfectly shaped cookies. They are incredibly delicious. They’re perfect for the holidays!
Easter Spritz Cookies
These buttery Easter Spritz Cookies are easy to make and will win you over at the first bite. These cookies are simple to prepare, and their colors and shapes perfectly complement the Easter atmosphere. Spritz cookies are popular worldwide because of their simplicity, crispy texture, and rich flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, sotened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- 2 1/4 cup all purpose flour
- 1/2 cup easter M&Ms
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator to chill.
To make the dough:
- Beat the butter, sugar, and salt in a large bowl with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth, about 1-2 minutes.
- Add the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract, and mix until combined. Scrape down the bowl. Add the flour and mix until the dough forms. Do not overmix.
To shape the cookies:
- Choose a flower-shaped disk for the cookie press. Fill the press with dough, then press the cookies directly onto an ungreased, unlined baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart. Keep the remaining dough in the refrigerator while baking to prevent it from softening too much.
- Bake for 8 minutes or until the bottoms turn lightly golden. Remove from the oven when done.
For decoration:
- Press an M&M into the center of each cookie while they are still warm.
Notes
- Use an ungreased, unlined baking sheet. Avoid parchment paper, as the cookies need to stick slightly to the sheet when being pressed out.
- Don't overmix the butter and sugar. Too much air in the dough will cause the cookies to spread and flatten during baking. Mixing for 1-2 minutes is enough.
- Avoid overly softened butter. The butter should be just soft enough to mix - this helps the cookies maintain their shape and thickness.
- For thicker cookies, chill the dough in the fridge for 10-15 minutes before pressing. Also, chill the baking sheet before using.
- To ensure the M&Ms stick, press them onto the cookies immediately after taking them out of the oven. Work quickly, as the cookies set fast.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 70 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving:Calories: 55Total Fat: 3gSaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 18mgCarbohydrates: 6gFiber: 0gSugar: 3gProtein: 1g