Preheat
the oven to 350°F/180°C/gas 4. Set out two
cookie sheets.
Sift the flour, cinnamon,
and salt into a medium bowl. Beat the butter,
cream cheese, and sugar in a large bowl with an
electric mixer at high speed until creamy.
Add the vanilla and egg
yolk, beating until just blended. Mix in the dry
ingredients until well blended.
Insert the chosen design
plate into the press by sliding it into the head
and locking in place.
Press out the cookies,
spacing 1 inch (2.5 cm) apart on the cookie
sheets.
Bake
for 12-15 minutes, or until
just golden. Transfer to racks to cool.