These classic spritz cookies are light, buttery, and beautifully decorated with festive sugars, sprinkles, and a hint of lemon zest. The dough, made with cream cheese and vanilla bean paste for richness, is pressed into delicate shapes before baking until just set. Perfect for holiday cookie trays, gifting, or freezing ahead, these melt-in-your-mouth cookies are as fun to decorate as they are to eat.

Quick Info

⏱️ 105 min • 🍽️ 24 servings • ⭐ 40%

Nutrition

115 cal • 2g protein • 15g carbs • 5g fat

Tags

[Desserts] • [European]

Ingredients

• 4 large eggs
• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
• ½ (3-ounce) package cream cheese, softened to room temperature
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste
• 2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
• Red food coloring gel
• Green food coloring gel
• 2 tablespoons lemon zest
• White, red, and green sanding sugar
• White and green nonpareils sprinkles
• White large nonpareils sprinkles

Instructions Preview

1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C). Place a…
2. Make the cookie dough: Place the eggs in a…
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Recipe by: Ivanna Lopez Guajardo • From: Tasty