Spritz are a type of cookie made with flour, butter, sugar and vanilla. They are a pastry typical of Vienna and other Central European cultures, and are often considered a symbol of Christmas.

Ingredients:

For about 30 pieces – 15 minutes preparation – 15 minutes baking

1 beaten egg
120g softened butter
50g icing sugar
150g flour
1 pinch of candied lemon zest
A few drops of vanilla extract

Method:

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 180°C.

Finely chop 1 tsp of candied lemon peel.
Place the butter in a mixing bowl.
Add the icing sugar, lemon zest and vanilla extract.
Whisk for 1 minute with an electric mixer until creamy and smooth.
Gradually add the beaten egg while whisking, then sift in the flour.

Step 2: Line a baking tray with parchment paper.

Spoon the mixture into a piping bag fitted with a star nozzle. Pipe 3cm-wide rosettes, spacing them apart.
Bake for 15 minutes.
Leave to cool on the tray.

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