Rose Neapolitan Spritz Cookies

Enter the delightful world of Rose Neapolitan Spritz Cookies, a charming and delicious treat that combines the flavors of vanilla, almond, strawberry, and chocolate in a bite-sized cookie. These cookies are perfect for tea time, dessert tables, or as a sweet gift for friends and family.

Why Make This Recipe

If you enjoy the classic flavors of Neapolitan desserts and love delicate and buttery cookies, this recipe is a must-try. The combination of vanilla, almond, strawberry, and chocolate in a single cookie provides a symphony of flavors that is sure to please any sweet tooth.

How to Make Rose Neapolitan Spritz Cookies

Ingredients:

• 1 cup (226g) butter, (room temperature)
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg, (room temperature)
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
• ¼ teaspoon almond extract
• 2¼ cups all-purpose flour
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon strawberry extract
• Pink gel food coloring
• ¼ cup cocoa, (in place of flour and no almond extract)
• 1 cup (2 sticks or 226g) butter, (softened)
• 4 cups confectioners’ sugar
• ½ teaspoon almond extract
• 1 jar (13 ounces) marshmallow creme or fluff

Directions:

Marshmallow Buttercream:

1. Cream butter in a mixing bowl with an electric mixer on medium until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
2. Add almond extract.
3. Gradually beat in confectioners’ sugar, about a ½ cup at a time. Mix on high for 2-3 minutes.
4. Gently fold the marshmallow creme into the frosting by hand. Use immediately or refrigerate until ready to use in your spritz cookie sandwiches.

How to Serve Rose Neapolitan Spritz Cookies

Serve these charming cookies as a delightful addition to tea time, dessert platters, or as a sweet treat for gatherings. Pair them with a cup of tea or coffee for a perfect snack.

How to Store Rose Neapolitan Spritz Cookies

Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. For longer storage, freeze the cookies in a freezer-safe container for up to two months. Thaw before serving.

Tips to Make Rose Neapolitan Spritz Cookies

• Ensure the butter and egg are at room temperature for easier mixing.
• Use gel food coloring for vibrant and consistent colors in the dough.
• Pipe the cookie dough using a cookie press for uniform and decorative shapes.

Variation

For a twist, try adding finely chopped nuts, such as almonds or pecans, to the cookie dough for added texture and flavor.

Rose Neapolitan Spritz Cookies

Author: Maria Courses: Appetizer, Desert

Ingredients

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• 1 cup butter, (room temperature) (226g)

• ½ cup granulated sugar

• 1 large egg, (room temperature)

• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

• ¼ teaspoon almond extract

• 2¼ cups all-purpose flour

• ½ teaspoon salt

• ¼ teaspoon strawberry extract

• Pink gel food coloring

Pink gel food coloring

• ¼ cup cocoa (in place of flour and no almond extract)
• 1 cup butter (2 sticks or 226g)
• 4 cups confectioners' sugar
• ½ teaspoon almond extract
• 1 jar marshmallow creme or fluff (13 ounces)

Instructions

1. Cream butter in a mixing bowl with an electric mixer on medium until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
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1. Add almond extract.
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1. Gradually beat in confectioners' sugar, about a ½ cup at a time. Mix on high for 2-3 minutes.
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1. Gently fold the marshmallow creme into the frosting by hand. Use immediately or refrigerate until ready to use in your spritz cookie sandwiches.
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