Quick Mix Spritz Cookies

This quick mix spritz cookie recipe is perfect for when you need to whip up a batch of delicious cookies in a hurry. With just a few simple ingredients and a cookie press, you'll have buttery and melt-in-your-mouth cookies in no time. These cookies are perfect for holiday gatherings, cookie exchanges, or simply enjoying with a cup of tea or coffee.

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• Food coloring (optional)
• Sprinkles or colored sugar (optional)

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and mix until well combined.
4. Gradually add the flour to the wet ingredients and mix until a dough forms. If desired, divide the dough into separate bowls and add food coloring to create different colored cookies.
5. Fill the dough into a cookie press fitted with desired designs and press cookies onto ungreased baking sheets. If using sprinkles or colored sugar, gently press them onto the cookies.
6. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are lightly golden.
7. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
8. Store the cookies in an airtight container to maintain their freshness.

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