Mamie Eisenhower's Swedish Spritzbaaken Cookies
Indulge in a touch of nostalgia with Mamie Eisenhower's Swedish Spritzbaaken Cookies, a buttery and tender classic that brings vintage charm to your baking repertoire. These melt-in-your-mouth cookies are crafted from a simple yet elegant blend of unsalted butter, granulated sugar, egg yolks, and vanilla, creating a delicately sweet dough that’s pressed into intricate shapes using a cookie press. With just a kiss of golden edges and their signature crisp-yet-soft texture, these cookies are perfect for gifting, holiday platters, or simply enjoying with a cup of tea. Ready in under 30 minutes and made with pantry staples, this timeless recipe is sure to become a cherished favorite. Add a festive flair by decorating with sprinkles or dipping in chocolate for extra flair!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Unsalted butter
- 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
- 2 large Egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2.25 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare two baking sheets by lining them with parchment paper or nonstick baking mats.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, cream the unsalted butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy. This should take about 3-5 minutes.
Step 3
Add in the egg yolks and vanilla extract. Beat the mixture until fully incorporated and smooth.
Step 4
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt to ensure even distribution.
Step 5
Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, stirring until a soft and pliable dough forms. Avoid overmixing.
Step 6
Transfer the dough into a cookie press fitted with your choice of decorative disc (a star or flower shape works well for traditional spritz cookies).
Step 7
Press cookies onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 1 inch apart. They will not spread much during baking.
Step 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are just beginning to turn golden. Be careful not to overbake, as these cookies are intended to remain light in color.
Step 9
Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheets for 2 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
Step 10
Once cooled, store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. They also freeze well if you wish to enjoy them later.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (571.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2492.2 |
| Total Fat 107.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 59.6g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 617mg | 0% |
| Sodium 626.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 357.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 7.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 151.3g | |
| Protein 34.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 36.6IU | 0% |
| Calcium 107.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 13.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 359.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories