How do I create the layered fan shape?

Use a fan-shaped disc on the cookie press and overlap 3–4 cookies slightly at their bases before baking to form the layered fan effect.

Can I add colors to the dough?

Yes, tint the dough with food coloring before pressing to give your cookies a festive look.

Sprinkle colored sanding sugar or sprinkles before baking, or drizzle melted dark or white chocolate after cooling.

Keep them in an airtight container for up to a week to maintain freshness and texture.

A cookie press fitted with a fan or star-shaped disc is essential for shaping these delicate layered fans.

Delicate, buttery spritz cookies arranged in a beautiful layered fan shape—perfect for the holidays and a festive addition to any cookie tray.

I first baked these spritz cookies for the holidays and they quickly became a family favorite with their beautiful shape and delightful flavor.

Cookie Dough: 1 cup (225 g) unsalted butter softened, 3/4 cup (150 g) granulated sugar, 1 large egg room temperature, 2 tsp pure vanilla extract, 1/2 tsp almond extract (optional), 2 1/4 cups (280 g) all-purpose flour, 1/2 tsp fine sea salt
Decoration: Colored sanding sugar or sprinkles, 2 oz (60 g) dark or white chocolate melted (optional for drizzling)

Preheat:: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or leave ungreased if using a nonstick sheet.
Cream:: In a large bowl cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy about 2 3 minutes.
Mix:: Beat in the egg vanilla extract and almond extract (if using) until well combined.
Add Flour:: Gradually add the flour and salt mixing just until incorporated. Do not overmix.
Prepare:: Fit a cookie press with a fan or star-shaped disc. Fill the press with dough.
Shape:: Press cookies directly onto the baking sheets forming fans by overlapping slightly at the base arrange 3 4 cookies in a fanned layer for each cluster.
Decorate:: Sprinkle with colored sugar or sprinkles if desired.
Bake:: Bake for 9 11 minutes until the edges are just turning golden.
Cool:: Cool cookies on the baking sheets for 5 minutes then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Drizzle:: Once cooled drizzle with melted chocolate if desired and let set before serving.

My family loves gathering around during the holidays to enjoy these cookies fresh from the oven with a warm cup of tea.

To create layered fans overlap cookies at their base before baking. Pairs well with coffee tea or dessert wine.

Electric mixer Mixing bowls Cookie press with fan or star-shaped disc Baking sheets Parchment paper (optional) Wire rack

Contains Wheat (gluten) egg milk (butter) and possible tree nuts if almond extract is used Decorations may contain additional allergens—check labels.

Enjoy these spritz cookies as a festive treat that brings warmth and joy to every holiday gathering.

→ How do I create the layered fan shape?: Use a fan-shaped disc on the cookie press and overlap 3–4 cookies slightly at their bases before baking to form the layered fan effect.
→ Can I add colors to the dough?: Yes, tint the dough with food coloring before pressing to give your cookies a festive look.
→ What decoration options work best?: Sprinkle colored sanding sugar or sprinkles before baking, or drizzle melted dark or white chocolate after cooling.
→ How should I store these cookies?: Keep them in an airtight container for up to a week to maintain freshness and texture.
→ What tools do I need for shaping?: A cookie press fitted with a fan or star-shaped disc is essential for shaping these delicate layered fans.