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Italian Peach Cookies

Italian Peach Cookies Recipe

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Indulge in the delightful charm of Italian Peach Cookies, a whimsical dessert that captures the essence of summer with its soft, buttery texture and luscious peach preserves. Resembling real peaches, these colorful cookies are perfect for any occasion—be it a festive gathering, brunch with friends, or simply a sweet treat to enjoy at home. The unique blend of almond extract and peach filling creates a flavor sensation that will impress your family and guests alike. With easy-to-follow instructions and minimal prep time, you’ll find joy in baking these treats together.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup peach preserves
  • Yellow food coloring (optional)
  • Red food coloring (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cream softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, vanilla, and almond extracts; mix well.
  2. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually incorporate dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  3. Chill the dough for 30 minutes to make it easier to handle.
  4. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  5. Shape cookie balls by flattening dough in your palm, adding peach preserves in the center, folding over, and rolling into a ball.
  6. Bake for 12-15 minutes until lightly golden on the bottoms.
  7. Cool on wire racks before rolling in a sugar-cinnamon mixture.

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