Cream Cheese Spritz Cookies

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In the bowl of a stand mixer, beat together the butter, cream cheese and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add the egg and vanilla extract and mix until combined.
4. Add the flour and mix until combined.
5. Transfer the dough to a cookie press and press out 2-inch cookies onto an ungreased baking sheet.
6. Bake for 10-12 minutes, until lightly golden.
7. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Interesting Facts

• Spritz cookies were originally created in Germany in the 19th century.
• Cream cheese adds a unique richness to the traditional spritz cookie.
• These cookies freeze well and can be stored in the freezer for up to three months.