Italian Peach Cookies
Italian Peach Cookies are soft, sweet cookies filled with peach preserves, offering a delightful treat for dessert or an afternoon snack.
Ingredients
For the Cookie Dough
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup butter (softened) Should be at room temperature for easy mixing.
- 1 cup sugar Granulated sugar preferred.
- 2 large eggs Best if at room temperature.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 pinch salt
For the Filling
- 1 cup peach preserves
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon Mix with preserves for flavor.
Instructions
Prepare the Dough
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure even baking.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this to the creamed mixture, stirring until just combined.
Form and Bake Cookies
- Take small portions of the dough and roll them into 1-inch balls.
- Place the balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Make a small indentation in the center of each ball using your finger or a spoon.
- Fill each indentation with peach preserves mixed with a little cinnamon.
- Bake for 15 minutes or until lightly golden, checking often to avoid over-baking.
Notes
These cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week or frozen for up to three months. Don't over-mix the dough and always check baking time as ovens can vary.