Spritz cookies (or cookie gun cookies as we call them) have been a family tradition for over 50 years. My mom grew up making these cookies, I grew up making these cookies, and now they are a favorite of my children. I recently purchased this vintage Wear-Ever cookie gun – mint in the box! It was very similar to the one my mother had when she was little. I love just staring at the box 🙂
My first cookie gun was this white one from Kuhn Rikon. I loved it. It finally died from over use. So I purchased the Wilton one.
This Wilton one has not been my favorite. Evey time I used it I would remind myself to be on the look out for a new one! So this December I broke down and bought another Kuhn Rikon. I was excited to have new discs: a snowman, candy cane and pumpkin!
Here is my favorite spritz cookie recipe. It’s buttery with a hint of almond. I love making these cookies at Christmas but they are also fun at Valentine’s Day and the perfect size for Tea Parties!
Amanda’s Spritz Cookies
1 cup butter
3/4 cup white sugar
1 egg
1 tsp. (plus) Almond Extract
2 1/2 cups flour
1/2 tsp. salt
Mix and use in your cookie press. Top with colored sugar sprinkles. Bake at 400 degrees for 8 minutes. Enjoy!!!
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