Description
Celebrate Easter with these buttery, melt-in-your-mouth spritz cookies! Infused with a hint of almond and topped with festive Easter M&M’s, these easy-to-make cookies are the perfect springtime treat for gatherings or gifting.
Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups flour
- ½ teaspoon salt (optional)
- 2 sticks butter, cold
- 4 oz. cream cheese, cold
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 egg yolk
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¾ teaspoon almond extract
- ½ cup Easter M&M’s
Instructions
- Prep & Chill: Preheat your oven to 350°F. Place two cookie sheets in the fridge to chill.
- Mix the Magic: In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and cream cheese on medium speed until well combined.
- Sweeten the Deal: Add sugar and beat for 2 minutes until fluffy. Mix in egg yolk, vanilla, and almond extract.
- Dough Formation: Gradually add flour, one cup at a time, mixing continuously until a smooth dough forms.
- Shape & Press: Fill your cookie press with dough and press onto an ungreased cookie sheet.
- Bake to Perfection: Bake for 8-11 minutes until the edges start turning golden brown.
- Final Touch: Quickly press an Easter M&M into the center of each cookie before they harden.
- Cool & Enjoy: Let the cookies cool completely before serving or storing.
Notes
- Ensure butter and cream cheese are cold for the best texture.
- Chilling cookie sheets helps cookies keep their shape during baking.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.
- Switch up the M&M colors to match different holidays or occasions
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American