Lemon Cheese Spritz Cookies
When it comes to delightful treats to serve at gatherings or enjoy with your afternoon tea, Lemon Cheese Spritz Cookies are a perfect choice. These delicate and zesty cookies offer a burst of lemon flavor with a rich and creamy texture from the cream cheese. They are not only delicious but also visually appealing, making them a favorite for any occasion. Follow this simple recipe to create a batch of these scrumptious cookies that are sure to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients:
– 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 4 oz cream cheese, softened
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 1 egg
– 1 tsp vanilla extract
– 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
– 2 tsp lemon zest
– 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
– ½ tsp salt
Instructions:
1. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, cream cheese, and sugar until light and fluffy.
2. Add the egg, vanilla extract, lemon juice, and lemon zest to the bowl. Mix until well combined.
3. Slowly add the flour and salt to the wet ingredients, mixing until a smooth cookie dough forms.
4. Fill the dough into a cookie press fitted with your desired decorative disk. Press cookies onto an ungreased baking sheet, spacing them about an inch apart.
5. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
6. Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
7. Once cooled, store the Lemon Cheese Spritz Cookies in an airtight container at room temperature. They can be enjoyed for up to a week.
These Lemon Cheese Spritz Cookies are perfect for a casual afternoon snack or a more formal gathering. Their refreshing lemon flavor pairs wonderfully with a cup of tea or coffee. You can also customize these cookies by adding a light glaze made from powdered sugar and lemon juice or sprinkling them with a dusting of powdered sugar. Whichever way you choose to enjoy them, these cookies are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. Treat yourself and your loved ones to the delightful taste of these lemony, creamy cookies by baking up a batch today!
