Basic Spritz Cookies


  • ½ cup butter, softened
  • ¼ cup shortening
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 cups flour
  • ¼ teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
Preheat oven to 375°.
Place butter and shortening in a large mixing bowl. Cream together on medium speed.
Add sugar gradually. Beat until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes.
Add egg and vanilla; mix well using medium speed.
Combine flour, baking powder, and salt in separate bowl. Add to butter/sugar mixture in three additions, mixing well between each addition. Dough will be stiff.
Assemble and fill cookie press.
Press cookies on ungreased cookie sheet.
Bake for 10 - 12 minutes or until lightly browned around the edges.
Do not overbake.

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