HOMEMADE CHOCOLATE SPRITZ RECIPE

Ingredients:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2/3 cup granulated sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup cocoa powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• Chocolate decorating coating, for drizzling (optional)

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. In a large mixing bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy with an electric mixer.
3. Beat in egg and vanilla.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa, and salt.
5. Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture and mix until fully combined.
6. Using a cookie press or a piping bag fitted with a star tip, press/spread dough onto ungreased baking sheets in the desired shapes.
7. Bake for 12-14 minutes or until set and edges are lightly browned. Take care not to overbake!
8. Cool on wire racks.
9. Optional: Melt chocolate decorating coating in a double boiler or according to package instructions. Drizzle over cooled cookies.
10. Serve and enjoy!

Verdict:

This homemade chocolate spritz recipe yields buttery, chocolatey cookies that are perfect for any occasion. The addition of the chocolate decorating coating gives the cookies a nice finish and adds an extra layer of chocolate flavor. These cookies are sure to be a hit with chocolate lovers!

Serving Suggestions:

Serve the chocolate spritz cookies alongside a cup of coffee or hot cocoa as a sweet afternoon treat. They also make great gifts when packaged in a decorative tin or wrapped in cellophane.