Delicious Cream Cheese Spritz Cookies
These Delicious Cream Cheese Spritz Cookies are a delightful twist on traditional spritz cookies, perfect for holiday gatherings or year-round treats. Inspired by a cherished Southern Living recipe, these cookies are made with a creamy blend of butter and cream cheese, giving them a rich flavor and a tender texture. Decorate these colorful gems with colored sugar crystals, assorted candies, or sprinkles to make them festive for any occasion. Feel free to experiment with flavors like almond or anise to add a personal touch. A note for bakers: For better handling, divide your dough into thirds and work with smaller amounts. This recipe makes approximately 48 cookies, ensuring plenty to share or to enjoy yourself!
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Servings
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Calories
7
Ingredients
Ingredients
butter
1 cup (softened)
cream cheese
4 ounces (softened)
sugar
2/3 cup
egg yolk
1
vanilla extract
1 teaspoon
all-purpose flour
2 1/2 cups
salt
1 dash (adjust according to taste)
Instructions
1
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and cream cheese until smooth and well blended.
2
Gradually add the sugar to the mixture, beating well until light and fluffy.
3
Add the egg yolk to the mixture and beat until fully incorporated.
4
Stir in the vanilla extract and mix until combined.
5
In a separate bowl, combine the flour and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the creamed mixture, beating until just blended.
6
Divide the dough into three equal portions and shape each portion into a ball. Wrap them in plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 25 minutes to firm up the dough.
7
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare ungreased cookie sheets.
8
Using a cookie press, press the chilled dough onto the ungreased cookie sheets, spacing the cookies about 2 inches apart. Choose your desired shaping discs for different designs.
9
If desired, sprinkle the cookies with colored sugar crystals or decorative sprinkles before baking.
10
Bake in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the edges are very lightly browned.
11
Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on wire racks. If desired, further decorate with colored icing once completely cooled.
12
Enjoy your beautiful and delicious Cream Cheese Spritz Cookies!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Delicious Cream Cheese Spritz Cookies?
They are a delightful twist on traditional spritz cookies made with a creamy blend of butter and cream cheese for a rich flavor and tender texture.
How much butter is needed for this recipe?
The recipe requires 1 cup of softened butter.
How much cream cheese should I use?
You will need 4 ounces of softened cream cheese.
What is the recommended oven temperature?
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
How many cookies does this recipe make?
This recipe makes approximately 48 cookies.
Do I need to chill the dough?
Yes, the dough should be chilled in the refrigerator for at least 25 minutes to firm it up.
Should I grease the cookie sheets?
No, you should use ungreased cookie sheets for these spritz cookies.
What type of flour is used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for 2 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour.
How long do the cookies bake?
Bake the cookies for 8 to 10 minutes or until the edges are very lightly browned.
How much sugar is required?
The recipe requires 2/3 cup of sugar.
What is the best way to handle the dough?
For better handling, divide your dough into thirds and work with smaller amounts at a time.
Does this recipe use a whole egg?
No, this recipe uses only 1 egg yolk.
How far apart should I space the cookies?
Space the cookies about 2 inches apart on the cookie sheets.
Can I add different flavors to these cookies?
Yes, you can experiment with almond or anise extracts to add a personal touch.
What decorations can I use?
You can use colored sugar crystals, assorted candies, sprinkles, or colored icing.
When should I apply sprinkles?
Apply decorative sprinkles or colored sugar crystals before baking the cookies.
How do I shape the cookies?
Use a cookie press with various shaping discs to press the dough onto the sheets.
What inspired this recipe?
This recipe was inspired by a cherished Southern Living recipe.
How much vanilla extract should be added?
Add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract to the mixture.
How do I cool the cookies?
Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on wire racks.
Is salt included in the dough?
Yes, a dash of salt is combined with the flour before mixing into the dough.
What is the first step in the instructions?
The first step is to cream together the softened butter and cream cheese until smooth.
When should icing be added?
If using colored icing, apply it only after the cookies have completely cooled.
What should the consistency of the butter/cheese mix be?
The mixture should be beaten until light and fluffy once the sugar is added.
How should I wrap the dough for chilling?
Shape the dough into balls and wrap them in plastic wrap before refrigerating.
Are these cookies good for holidays?
Yes, they are perfect for holiday gatherings or as festive year-round treats.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 7 main ingredients: butter, cream cheese, sugar, egg yolk, vanilla, flour, and salt.
Should I mix dry and wet ingredients separately?
Yes, combine the flour and salt in one bowl before gradually adding them to the creamed mixture.
What is the texture of these cookies?
They have a rich flavor and a tender texture due to the combination of butter and cream cheese.
When is the egg yolk added?
The egg yolk is added after the sugar has been beaten into the butter and cream cheese mixture.