Spritsen

Spritsen, a classic Dutch butter cookie, are a delightful treat known for their rich, buttery flavor and crisp texture. These traditional cookies are perfect for any occasion, whether you're enjoying them with a cup of coffee or sharing them with friends and family. With their elegant zigzag shape and delicate taste, spritsen are sure to impress. Follow this simple recipe to create your own batch of these delicious cookies, and experience a little taste of the Netherlands right in your own kitchen.

Ingredients

200 gr butter, at room temperature
125 gr white caster sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
¼ tsp salt
½ egg, at room temperature, beaten
250 gr all-purpose flour

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 170°C (340°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Put the butter, white caster sugar and salt in a bowl and stir until light and creamy. Use a stand mixer with a paddle attachment or mix by hand.
Mix in the half egg. Add the all-purpose flour and mix everything together until well combined.
Transfer the dough to the work surface and rub it by hand until it becomes smooth and airy. As you rub, you will notice the dough becoming lighter in color.
Place the dough in a piping bag with a 1 cm star tip.
Pipe 3 long zigzag strips of dough onto the baking sheet. Make the strips 4-5 cm (about 2 inches) wide and ensure there is enough space between them to prevent sticking together while baking.
Place the Spritsen in the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until light golden brown and cooked through.
Cut the Spritsen into pieces of 4-5 cm (about 2 inches) as soon as they come out of the oven and let them cool on a rack.