How to Make Old Fashioned Spritz Cookies
Posted by Amy Sharkey on Dec 4th 2025
✨ How to Make Old-Fashioned Spritz Cookies (Easy, Buttery & Perfect Every Time)
If you love soft, buttery cookies that melt in your mouth, these old-fashioned spritz cookies are a holiday classic you’ll want to make year after year. This traditional recipe uses simple ingredients and a cookie press to create beautiful shapes — wreaths, stars, trees, flowers — that bake up light, delicate, and irresistibly tender.
Spritz cookies are known for their signature buttery flavor, crisp edges, and festive designs, making them perfect for Christmas cookie trays, gifting, or enjoying with a cup of coffee. Amy shares her easy, step-by-step method so your cookies press smoothly, bake evenly, and keep their lovely shapes.
Whether you're new to using a cookie press or looking for a dependable family recipe, this guide will help you make perfect spritz cookies every time. Get ready to fill your kitchen with the cozy aroma of vanilla, almond, and holiday cheer! ?✨

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