Whole Wheat Spritz Cookies
Spritz cookies originated in Germany and are traditionally made using a cookie press to create intricate shapes.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 60 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 7.
Whole Wheat Spritz Cookies
Ingredients
Instructions
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In a bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
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Add the egg yolk and vanilla extract, and mix well.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour and salt.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until well combined.
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If desired, add a few drops of food coloring and mix until evenly distributed.
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Transfer the cookie dough to a cookie press fitted with a desired shape disc.
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Press the dough onto ungreased baking sheets, spacing cookies about 1 inch apart.
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Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
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Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes.
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Transfer the cookies to a wire rack and let them cool completely.
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Enjoy the delicious whole wheat spritz cookies!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 24
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 120kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 5g8%
- Total Carbohydrate 18g6%
- Sugars 6g
- Protein 2g4%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
