Pressed Butter Cookies

Indulge in the tender, buttery perfection of Pressed Butter Cookies—a classic holiday treat that’s a breeze to make and impossible to resist. These delicate cookies are made with simple pantry staples like softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and all-purpose flour, enhanced with the warm flavors of vanilla and a touch of almond extract. Using a cookie press, you can create an array of beautiful shapes, perfect for festive gatherings or everyday enjoyment. Ready in under 25 minutes, these cookies bake up light and golden with a melt-in-your-mouth texture. Add a splash of creativity by decorating them with festive sprinkles or a drizzle of melted chocolate for a personalized touch. Whether you’re hosting a party or craving a homemade classic, these Pressed Butter Cookies are the ultimate crowd-pleaser!

Nutriscore Rating: 43/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:8 mins

Total Time:23 mins

Servings: 36

Ingredients

• 1 cup Unsalted butter (softened)
• 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 whole 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) and line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 3

Add the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract to the butter-sugar mixture. Beat until fully incorporated.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until a smooth dough forms.

Step 5

Fill your cookie press with the dough according to the manufacturer's instructions. Choose your desired disc shape for pressing the cookies.

Step 6

Press the cookies onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 1 inch apart. The cookies will not spread much during baking.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 7-8 minutes, or until the edges are just barely golden. Do not overbake to keep the cookies tender.

Step 8

Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 2 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Optional: Decorate the cookies with sprinkles prior to baking or drizzle them with melted chocolate once cooled.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(714.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3360.2

Total Fat 201.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 123.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.7g
Cholesterol 712.7mg	0%
Sodium 725.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 357.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.3g	0%
Total Sugars 151.4g
Protein 35.8g	0%

Vitamin D 164.7IU	0%
Calcium 110.3mg	0%
Iron 13.5mg	0%
Potassium 411.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.6%

Protein: 4.2%

Carbs: 42.2%