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Butter Spritz Cookies (D, TNT)
Source: Jill Novatt, FOOD TV
Yield: 4 dozen

1 cup confectioners' sugar
2 sticks unsalted butter
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
2 teaspoons baking powder
2 cups sifted flour
Sprinkles for garnish

Preheat oven to 350°F.

In a mixer with a paddle attachment, add the sugar and the butter. Mix until light and fluffy. Add the egg, vanilla and almond extracts and mix to incorporate.

Sift together the baking powder and the flour. Add to the egg mixture. Mix until combined.

Using a cookie press, press cookies onto ungreased cookie sheets. Top with the sprinkles of your choice. Bake for 5 to 8 minutes, or until firm, but not yet browning.

Posted by Susan Greene

Nutritional Info Per Serving: N/A