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Soft Peach Cookies

These Soft Peach Cookies are a healthy treat made with fresh peaches, providing a delightful sweetness and fiber while being lower in calories than traditional cookies.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 130
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Forms the base of your cookie dough.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder Acts as a leavening agent.
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda Also adds lift to the cookie dough.
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt Enhances the overall flavor of the cookies.
Wet Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened Crucial for creating a creamy and rich texture.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Sweetens these cookies without artificial ingredients.
  • 1/4 cup peach preserves Adds moisture and flavor.
  • 1 large egg Binds the ingredients together.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Brightens the flavor profile.
Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup fresh peaches, diced The star of this recipe, providing flavor and vitamins.
For Topping
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Adds a warm flavor that complements peaches.
  • 2 tablespoons sugar For sprinkling on top of the cookies.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add peach preserves, egg, and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and beat until well combined.
  5. Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
  6. Fold in the diced peaches gently.
  7. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them apart.
  8. In a small bowl, mix cinnamon and sugar, and sprinkle over the cookie dough.
  9. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
  10. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.

Notes

These cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week. Freeze for longer storage. Feel free to mix in other fruits or nuts for added texture.