Cozy Christmas Chocolate Spritz Cookies
These delightful cookies, filled with rich chocolate flavor, are perfect for holiday gatherings and family memories.
Servings: 24 cookies
Calories: 120kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup butter, softened The foundation of your cookies, bringing a rich and creamy flavor.
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar Adds just the right amount of sweetness to balance the cocoa.
- 1 large egg Provides binding for your cookies, giving them the perfect texture.
- 3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract Infuses a warm flavor that pairs beautifully with chocolate.
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour Creates the essential texture for easy-to-squeeze dough.
- 1/3 cup cocoa powder Gives your cookies that rich, chocolaty essence.
- 1/4 teaspoon salt Enhances all flavors and balances the sweetness.
Toppings
- 10 ounces white and/or dark candy melts Provides a delicious and festive coating.
- 3/4 cup holiday sprinkles The fun and colorful topping that makes each cookie celebratory!
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line your baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
- Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until well-blended.
- Gradually incorporate the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, and salt into the mixture, stirring until well combined into a smooth dough.
- Fit a cookie press with your chosen disk, fill it with the cookie dough, and press the cookies directly onto the prepared baking sheets.
Baking and Decorating
- Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes or until set but not overly firm.
- Allow the cookies to cool completely on a wire rack.
- Melt the candy melts according to the package instructions.
- Dip each cooled cookie into the warm candy and immediately decorate with festive holiday sprinkles.
- Let the candy melts set before serving.
Notes
To keep cookies fresh, store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. They can also be frozen for up to three months. Try adding a touch of orange zest for a citrusy flavor or use a different type of cocoa for variation.