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Easter Spritz Cookies: A Bite of Sweet Nostalgia

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.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 36 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

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  • 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

Method
 

  1. Prep & Chill: Preheat your oven to 350°F. Place two cookie sheets in the fridge to chill.
  2. Mix the Magic: In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and cream cheese on medium speed until well combined.
  3. Sweeten the Deal: Add sugar and beat for 2 minutes until fluffy. Mix in egg yolk, vanilla, and almond extract.
  4. Dough Formation: Gradually add flour, one cup at a time, mixing continuously until a smooth dough forms.
  5. Shape & Press: Fill your cookie press with dough and press onto an ungreased cookie sheet.
  6. Bake to Perfection: Bake for 8-11 minutes until the edges start turning golden brown.
  7. Final Touch: Quickly press an Easter M&M into the center of each cookie before they harden.
  8. 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

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