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RCI-BR.005.0590.001

Spritskransar

Served at christmas time. This recipe has been handed down through my family and is made every Christmas. I can remember my Grandmother making these when I was a boy, as I waited for the beaters and so did my cat sebastian.

Prep15 min
Cook30 min
Total45 min
Servings4
Difficultybeginner

Method

1
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2
Cream together the butter and sugar in a mixing bowl until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
3
Beat in the egg yolk and almond extract (1-2 teaspoons, depending on taste preference) until fully combined.
4
Gradually add the sifted flour to the mixture, stirring gently until a smooth, uniform dough forms.
5
Fill a piping bag fitted with a large star tip with the dough.
6
Pipe S-shaped or spiral cookies onto ungreased baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
7
Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are lightly golden and the cookies are set but still pale.
12 minutes
8
Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 2-3 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
9
Store in an airtight container once completely cooled.