Fresh Peach Cookies are a delightful treat that captures the essence of summer in every bite! 🍑 With a soft and chewy texture, these cookies are bursting with the sweet and tangy flavor of fresh peaches, complemented by warm spices and plump raisins. Whether you’re looking for a fruity dessert to enjoy year-round or a festive addition to your Christmas cookie platter, these Fresh Peach Cookies are sure to impress!
Recipe Details:
- Name: Fresh Peach Cookies
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Recipe Category: Drop Cookies
- Keywords: Dessert, Cookie & Brownie, Fruit, Christmas, < 60 Mins
- Yield: 4 Dozen cookies
- Calories: 742 per serving
- Fat Content: 25.2g
- Saturated Fat Content: 15.1g
- Cholesterol Content: 107.5mg
- Sodium Content: 454.3mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 123.2g
- Fiber Content: 4.2g
- Sugar Content: 70.3g
- Protein Content: 9.9g
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 cup margarine
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/8 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/8 teaspoon ginger
- 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
- 3 fresh peaches, peeled, pitted, and finely diced
- 1/2 cup raisins
Instructions:
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Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter (1/2 cup) and sugar (1 cup) until light and fluffy, using either a hand mixer or a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment.
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Add Eggs: Beat in the eggs (2) one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next. Continue beating until the mixture becomes light and fluffy.
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Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, combine the all-purpose flour (1/2 cup), baking soda (1/4 teaspoon), nutmeg (1/4 teaspoon), cinnamon (1/8 teaspoon), ginger (1/8 teaspoon), and ground cloves (1/8 teaspoon). Mix well to evenly distribute the spices.
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Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
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Fold in Peaches: Gently fold in the finely diced fresh peaches (3) until evenly distributed throughout the cookie dough. The juicy peaches will add moisture and flavor to the cookies.
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Add Raisins: Stir in the raisins (1/2 cup) to add a chewy texture and extra sweetness to the cookies. Ensure they are evenly dispersed throughout the dough.
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Drop Dough onto Cookie Sheet: Using a rounded teaspoon or cookie scoop, drop spoonfuls of the cookie dough onto a parchment-lined or greased baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie to allow for spreading during baking.
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Bake: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the cookie sheet in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 20 minutes, or until the cookies are golden brown on top and set around the edges.
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Cool: Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This will help them firm up and develop their final texture.
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Enjoy: Once cooled, serve these delicious Fresh Peach Cookies as a delightful dessert or snack. They pair perfectly with a glass of cold milk or a cup of hot tea, making them a delightful treat for any occasion.
These Fresh Peach Cookies are best enjoyed fresh but can also be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to several days. So go ahead, indulge in the flavors of summer with these irresistible peach-infused cookies! 🍪🍑
