There’s something special about spritz cookies — their delicate shape, their buttery snap, and how effortlessly elegant they look on a plate. These Chocolate Spritz Cookies take that classic recipe and deepen it with cocoa, then finish it with a smooth chocolate coating and festive sprinkles.
They’re simple, timeless, and always a hit. The kind of cookie people reach for first on a dessert table. And before we get started, don’t forget to subscribe by email so you never miss a classic, crowd-pleasing bake like this one
Overview of Recipe Content
What This Recipe Is
A traditional spritz cookie dough flavored with cocoa powder, pressed into classic shapes, baked until tender-crisp, and dipped in chocolate.
Why You’ll Love It
- Rich, buttery chocolate flavor
- Crisp edges with a tender bite
- Perfect for holidays and cookie swaps
- Beautiful without being fussy
- Freezer- and make-ahead friendly
What They Taste Like
Lightly crisp, deeply buttery, gently chocolatey — finished with smooth chocolate for just the right amount of indulgence.
Full & Complete Ingredient List
Chocolate Spritz Cookies
- 250 g unsalted butter, softened (about 1 cup + 2 tbsp)
- 120 g powdered sugar (1 cup)
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 300 g all-purpose flour (2½ cups)
- 30 g unsweetened cocoa powder (¼ cup)
- A pinch of salt
Chocolate Coating
- 200 g dark or milk chocolate, chopped
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (for smooth dipping)
- Sprinkles, for decoration
How to Make Chocolate Spritz Cookies
Step 1: Prep
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Do not grease your baking sheets — spritz dough sticks best to ungreased pans.
Step 2: Cream Butter & Sugar
In a large bowl, beat softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
Add the egg and vanilla extract, beating until fully incorporated.
Step 3: Add Dry Ingredients
Sift together flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Gradually mix into the butter mixture until a smooth, soft dough forms.
Step 4: Press Cookies
Transfer dough to a cookie press fitted with your desired disc.
Press cookies directly onto the baking sheet, spacing slightly apart.
Step 5: Bake
Bake for 10–12 minutes, until cookies are set but not browned.
Cool completely on the baking sheet before removing.
Step 6: Dip in Chocolate
Melt chocolate with vegetable oil until smooth.
Dip half of each cookie into chocolate and place on parchment. Add sprinkles before chocolate sets.
Let chocolate firm up completely.
What to Serve with Chocolate Spritz Cookies
- Coffee or espresso
- Hot chocolate
- Holiday cookie platters
- Tea or mulled wine
They’re especially lovely as part of a mixed cookie tray.
Tips for Making It Perfect
- Use soft but not melted butter
- Don’t chill the dough
- Press cookies onto ungreased pans
- Let cookies cool fully before dipping
- Add oil to chocolate for a smooth finish
Storage Instructions
- Room Temperature: Up to 5 days in an airtight container
- Refrigerator: 1 week
- Freezer: Up to 2 months (undipped or dipped)
General Information
Spritz cookies originated in Europe and became a holiday staple thanks to their buttery dough and decorative shapes. Cocoa adds richness, while chocolate dipping turns them into a true celebration cookie.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why won’t my cookies stick when pressing?
Make sure your baking sheet is ungreased and at room temperature.
Can I use a hand mixer?
Yes — just beat until smooth and fluffy.
Can I skip the chocolate dip?
Absolutely — they’re delicious plain.
Can I freeze the dough?
Spritz dough is best used fresh.
Conclusion
These Chocolate Spritz Cookies are timeless, elegant, and irresistibly buttery — the kind of recipe you’ll come back to year after year. If you loved these, you’ll also enjoy:
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- https://poulef.com/holiday-baking-ideas/
- https://poulef.com/chocolate-cookie-recipes/
- https://poulef.com/christmas-cookie-trays/
- https://poulef.com/easy-butter-cookies/
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Nutritional Information (Per Cookie – Approximate)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 120 |
| Fat | 8g |
| Saturated Fat | 5g |
| Carbohydrates | 12g |
| Sugar | 7g |
| Protein | 2g |
| Sodium | 25mg |
Classic Chocolate Spritz Cookies (Buttery, Crisp & Chocolate-Dipped)
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 36 cookies 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
Classic chocolate spritz cookies with a buttery texture, dipped in smooth chocolate and topped with sprinkles.
Ingredients
250 g unsalted butter, softened
120 g powdered sugar
1 large egg
1 tsp vanilla extract
300 g all-purpose flour
30 g cocoa powder
Pinch of salt
Chocolate Coating:
200 g dark or milk chocolate
1 tbsp vegetable oil
Sprinkles
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Cream butter and powdered sugar until fluffy.
3. Beat in egg and vanilla.
4. Mix in flour, cocoa powder, and salt.
5. Press dough onto ungreased baking sheets.
6. Bake 10–12 minutes until set.
7. Cool completely.
8. Melt chocolate with oil.
9. Dip cookies and decorate with sprinkles.
10. Let chocolate set.
Notes
Do not grease baking sheets.
Use soft butter, not melted.
Let cookies cool fully before dipping.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: European
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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