Cookie Press Cookies
Delight in the timeless charm of Cookie Press Cookies, a buttery, melt-in-your-mouth treat that's as fun to make as it is to eat! This recipe combines simple pantry staples like unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and a hint of almond extract to create irresistibly delicate cookies with just the right amount of sweetness. Using a cookie press, you can shape these into intricate designs that look bakery-worthy with minimal effort, making them perfect for holiday trays or special occasions. Ready in under 30 minutes, including prep and bake time, these bite-sized delights offer a creative canvas for sprinkles, colored sugar, or any festive garnish you love. Whether you’re baking for a crowd or indulging in a solo sweet treat, these classic pressed cookies promise a combination of beauty, flavor, and nostalgia.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon almond extract
- 2.25 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or leave them ungreased for better dough adherence.
Step 2
In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Step 3
Add the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract to the butter mixture, and beat until fully combined.
Step 4
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt.
Step 5
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until a soft dough forms.
Step 6
Fill your cookie press with the dough, following the manufacturer's instructions. Choose your preferred disk shape to create a variety of decorative cookies.
Step 7
Press the cookies directly onto the baking sheets, spacing them about 1 inch apart. If desired, decorate with sprinkles or colored sugar before baking.
Step 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 6-8 minutes, or until the edges are just starting to turn golden. Do not overbake.
Step 9
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 2 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 10
Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (589.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2476.2 |
| Total Fat 105.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 58.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.7g | |
| Cholesterol 444mg | 0% |
| Sodium 708.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 357.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 7.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 151.3g | |
| Protein 34.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 48IU | 0% |
| Calcium 84.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 13.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 385.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories