Fruity Fritz Cookies: Spritz Cookies Without the Press

Our Fruity Fritz Cookies came to life by accident (we mispronounced "spritz"), but they’ve quickly become a delicious tradition. Who says cookies can’t have a playful name and vibrant personality? These cookies are bright, flavorful, and perfect for every season, thanks to the magic of flavored gelatin.

Prep Time15

Cook Time6

Total Time21

Course: Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: American

Keyword: bakery cookie, dessert recipe, easy recipe, Holiday cookie, holiday dessert, sweet snack

Servings: cookies

Calories: 84kcal

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Kitchen Essentials

Tart Tamper

Silicone baking mat or parchment paper

baking pan

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Ingredients

¾ Cup Butter softened
½ Cup Granulated Sugar
3 Ounces Lime Jello 1 box, or your favorite flavor
1 Large Egg
½ Teaspoon Vanilla Extract
1 ½ Cups All-Purpose Flour
½ Teaspoon Baking Powder
Candy Decorations colored sugars or sprinkles

Instructions

In a mixing bowl, beat the butter, granulated sugar, and Jello until light and fluffy.
¾ Cup Butter, ½ Cup Granulated Sugar, 3 Ounces Lime Jello
Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until combined.
1 Large Egg, ½ Teaspoon Vanilla Extract
Gradually add the flour and baking powder to form a soft dough.
1 ½ Cups All-Purpose Flour, ½ Teaspoon Baking Powder
Use a 1-inch cookie scoop to portion the dough. Roll into balls and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Make the Indentations. Gently press the center of each ball with a ¾-inch round object like a tart tamper or the handle of a spoon.
Decorate. Sprinkle with colored sugars or your favorite candy decorations.
Candy Decorations
Preheat your oven to 400°F and bake for 6–8 minutes. Be careful not to overbake. These cookies should remain soft and vibrant.
Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for a couple of minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

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