Best Wilton Cookie Press Recipes for Holidays & More

In this post, I’m sharing some of the best Wilton Cookie Press recipes along with tips for achieving flawless results every time—crispy edges, beautiful designs, and delicious flavor.

Whether you’re baking classic butter spritz for Christmas or adding fun designs to birthday treats, this handy kitchen tool makes creating easy cookie recipes at home fast and simple.

With a Wilton Cookie Press, you can easily make perfectly shaped spritz cookies and festive holiday treats right at home.

This versatile tool takes the guesswork out of cookie shaping, so you’ll enjoy bakery-worthy results with simple, reliable recipes that are fun to make and even more fun to share.

Looking for more baking ideas or Christmas Cookie Recipes? Try my both my Shortbread Christmas Cookies with sprinkles or my Easy Italian Christmas Cookies. Both are perfect for gifting or serving at holiday parties.

Table of Contents

• How to Keep Your Recipes Organized at Home
• Step-by-Step Guide: How to Use a Wilton Cookie Press
• Essential Tools and Ingredients
• My Kitchen Tools Essentials
• Recipe FAQ's
• LOVE these recipes? SAVE them for Later!
• Old Fashioned Italian Cookies
• Spritz Cookies
• Gluten Free Spritz Cookies
• Almond Spritz Cookies
• Spritz Cookies 
• Gluten Free Butter Cookies
• Butter Spritz Cookies
• Cookie Press Shortbread
• Spritz Cookies
• Pumpkin Spice Spritz Cookies
• S’mores Spritz Sandwich Cookies
• Cream Cheese Spritz Cookies
• Brown Butter Spritz Cookie Sandwiches
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Step-by-Step Guide: How to Use a Wilton Cookie Press

Using a Wilton Cookie Press is simple once you get the hang of it. Follow these steps for perfectly shaped cookies every time:

• Prepare the Dough – Use a soft, pliable cookie dough made specifically for a cookie press (like a spritz dough). It shouldn’t be too sticky or too firm.
• Fill the Press – Unscrew the ring from the bottom of the press and load the barrel with your prepared dough, pressing it in to eliminate air pockets.
• Choose a Disc – Select your desired shape disc, place it on the bottom, and screw the ring back on tightly.
• Prime the Press – Squeeze the trigger a few times until the dough reaches the disc and is ready to be pressed.
• Press Onto an Unlined Baking Sheet – Place the press flat against a cool, ungreased cookie sheet. Press once firmly, then lift straight up. The dough should stick to the sheet and hold its shape.
• Bake and Cool – Follow your recipe’s directions for baking time and temperature. Let the cookies cool completely before removing or decorating.

Tips for Perfectly Shaped Cookies

• Use the Right Dough – Stick to spritz-style doughs made for cookie presses; regular cookie doughs are often too chunky or stiff.
• Skip Greasing – Press cookies onto a cool, ungreased baking sheet so they stick and hold their shape.
• Chill if Necessary – If the dough is too soft, chill it briefly to help it press more cleanly.
• Press with Confidence – Place the press flat against the sheet, squeeze once, then lift straight up—don’t double-press.
• Clean the Disc – Wipe away excess dough if the disc clogs to keep shapes crisp.

Troubleshooting Common Cookie Press Problems

• Cookies Won’t Stick to the Pan – Make sure you’re using an ungreased, cool baking sheet. If the pan is warm or greased, the dough won’t release properly.
• Dough Won’t Press Out – The dough may be too stiff. Let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes or mix in a teaspoon of milk to soften.
• Cookies Lose Their Shape While Baking – The dough may be too soft. Chill it for 10–15 minutes before pressing or reduce the amount of butter slightly.
• Uneven Cookie Sizes – Make sure you’re pressing once firmly for each cookie without double-clicking the trigger.
• Dough Sticking to the Disc – Remove and clean the disc occasionally to keep designs sharp and well-defined.

Old Fashioned Italian Cookies

Soft, cake-like treats coated in a sweet glaze and topped with colorful sprinkles, this recipe brings a nostalgic taste of traditional Italian baking to holiday or celebration platters.
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Spritz Cookies

Buttery, crisp shapes made with a cookie press, perfect for decorating and gifting, offering a delicate sweetness ideal for holiday gatherings.
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Gluten Free Spritz Cookies

A light, melt-in-your-mouth version that keeps the classic pressed cookie charm while being fully gluten-free and inclusive for all guests.
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Almond Spritz Cookies

A nutty twist on the traditional butter cookie, baked into elegant designs that pair beautifully with coffee or tea.
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Spritz Cookies 

True-to-tradition buttery dough shaped into intricate designs, ideal for decorating and sharing during festive occasions.
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Gluten Free Butter Cookies

A versatile recipe that works with a cookie press or as chilled slice-and-bake cookies, delivering rich buttery flavor either way.
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Butter Spritz Cookies

Crisp, tender European-style butter cookies that hold detailed press designs beautifully for an elegant presentation.
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Cookie Press Shortbread

The crumbly richness of shortbread meets the fun shapes of a cookie press, creating refined cookies with minimal effort.
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Spritz Cookies

Detailed tips guide you to perfectly pressed, buttery treats that are easy to decorate for any occasion.
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Pumpkin Spice Spritz Cookies

Warm autumn spices and pumpkin flavor give these festive pressed cookies a cozy seasonal twist.
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S’mores Spritz Sandwich Cookies

A campfire favorite reimagined with buttery pressed cookies, marshmallow filling, and a chocolate coating.
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Cream Cheese Spritz Cookies

Tangy cream cheese enhances the buttery dough, producing tender cookies that hold their pressed shapes beautifully.
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Brown Butter Spritz Cookie Sandwiches

Tangy cream cheese enhances the buttery dough, producing tender cookies that hold their pressed shapes beautifully.
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