Sakura Spritz Cookies

Directions

1. 1
   Combine all ingredients and mix with a whisk (this has the same effect as sifting).
2. 2
   Bring the butter to room temperature or microwave to soften and mix with a whisk.
3. 3
   Add the sugar to the mixture from Step 2 and mix until fluffy.
4. 4
   Add the milk or heavy cream, a little at a time, to the mixture from Step 3, mixing well after each addition.
5. 5
   Add the red yeast rice powder to add color and mix.
6. 6
   Add the flour from Step 1 to Step 4 and mix.
7. 7
   Fill a pastry bag with the dough and pipe onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
8. 8
   Press the piped out end gently with your finger to shape and place 2 to 3 silver dragees in the middle.
9. 9
   Bake in an oven preheated to 170C for about 10 minutes.
10. 10
    This is the red yeast rice liquid that I used.
11. 11
    I used powdered sugar and powdered strawberry from a dollar store.
12. 12
    I also bought the silica gel at the dollar store.
13. 13
    Use it when storing or wrapping the cookies for presents to preserve the crispiness.