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Peach Cookies

Soft Peach Cookies: Sweet Summertime Bliss in Every Bite

These Soft Peach Cookies are a delicious treat that combines ripe peaches with tender, cake-like dough, perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour works too.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Acts as a leavening agent.
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter Softened.
  • ½ cup Granulated Sugar Coconut sugar alternative.
  • ½ cup Light Brown Sugar Adds moisture.
  • 1 large Egg Can substitute with flax egg or applesauce.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Infuses flavor.
For the Fruit Filling
  • 1 cup Ripe Peaches Peeled, pitted, and chopped.
  • ¼ cup Peach Preserves Can swap with another fruit preserve.
For the Topping
  • 2 tablespoons Sanding Sugar Can use regular granulated sugar.
  • ½ teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Adjust to taste.

Equipment

  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • baking sheets
  • Parchment Paper
  • cookie scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Soft Peach Cookies
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and baking soda until combined.
  3. In a large bowl, beat together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar until light and fluffy. Then add in the egg and vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually stir the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients, then fold in the chopped peaches and peach preserves.
  5. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, keeping 2 inches apart.
  6. Mix sanding sugar and ground cinnamon in a small bowl and sprinkle over dough.
  7. Bake for 11 to 13 minutes until golden around the edges.
  8. Allow cookies to cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 21gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure peaches are ripe but firm to avoid soggy cookies. Use a cookie scoop for consistent sizes.

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