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Italian Peach Summer Cookies

Italian Peach Summer Cookies That Melt in Your Mouth

Italian Peach Summer Cookies are a delicious summer treat bursting with peach flavor.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour for a gluten-free treat.
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder Adds lift and lightness.
  • 1/2 tsp Salt Enhances sweetness.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Can use plant-based butter for a vegan option.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens the cookies.
  • 1 large Egg For vegan option, use a flaxseed egg.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor.
  • 2 cups Fresh Peaches Can substitute with thawed and drained frozen peaches.
Optional Topping
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar For dusting before serving.

Equipment

  • Electric mixer
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • wire rack
  • Cookie Scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, beat softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
  4. Blend in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
  6. Carefully fold in the diced peaches until evenly distributed.
  7. Scoop rounded balls of dough onto the baking sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake for 18-20 minutes until lightly golden around the edges.
  9. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  10. Dust cooled cookies with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 70mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Don't overmix to avoid tough cookies. Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.

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