Peach Jam Cookies: a quick and delicious dessert
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Baking time: 15 minutes
Total time: 35 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
If you're looking for a simple recipe with a perfect taste, peach jam cookies are the perfect choice! These cookies are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, with the peach jam adding an irresistible sweetness. I will guide you step by step to achieve a perfect result, and at the end, I will offer you some delicious variations.
Necessary ingredients:
- 200 g margarine (or butter for a richer taste)
- 150 g sugar
- 1 egg
- Zest of one orange (for an intense aroma)
- 400 g flour
- 1 packet of baking powder (about 10 g)
- 200 g peach jam (or any preferred jam)
- A pinch of salt
- Powdered sugar (for decoration, optional)
Step 1: Preparing the ingredients
Start by taking the margarine out of the fridge about 15-20 minutes before you start cooking, so it softens slightly. Preheat the oven to 180°C (medium heat) and prepare two baking trays, lining them with baking paper or greasing them with margarine.
Step 2: Mixing the ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the sugar with the margarine (or butter) using a mixer or spatula. Mix until you achieve a creamy consistency. Add the egg and orange zest, continuing to mix until well combined.
Step 3: Adding the dry ingredients
In another bowl, sift the flour together with the baking powder and salt. This will ensure a uniform texture of the dough. Incorporate the flour mixture into the wet mixture, mixing gently with a spatula or with your hands until you obtain a homogeneous dough. Be careful not to over-knead it to avoid tough cookies.
Step 4: Shaping the cookies
Take a piece of dough the size of a walnut and flatten it slightly in your palm. Place a teaspoon of peach jam in the center of each cookie and then fold the edges of the dough over the jam, forming a ball. Place the balls on the prepared tray, leaving enough space between them as they will expand during baking.
Step 5: Baking
Put the tray in the preheated oven and let the cookies bake for 12-15 minutes or until they turn lightly golden. It is important not to leave them too long in the oven, as we want them to remain soft inside.
Step 6: Cooling and decorating
After taking them out of the oven, let the cookies cool on a cooling rack. If desired, you can sprinkle powdered sugar on top for an elegant look and extra sweetness.
Practical tips:
- You can experiment with different types of jam, such as strawberry or raspberry jam, to achieve various flavors.
- Add some chopped nuts or almonds to the dough for a crunchy texture.
- If you don’t have orange zest, you can use lemon zest for a different citrus note.
Serving suggestion:
These cookies are perfect alongside a cup of tea or coffee, ideal for a relaxing afternoon. Additionally, you can give them as a gift to your friends or include them in gift baskets for the holidays.
Enjoy these peach jam cookies, a quick and simple dessert that will surely be appreciated by everyone!
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Baking time: 15 minutes
Total time: 35 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
If you're looking for a simple recipe with a perfect taste, peach jam cookies are the perfect choice! These cookies are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, with the peach jam adding an irresistible sweetness. I will guide you step by step to achieve a perfect result, and at the end, I will offer you some delicious variations.
Necessary ingredients:
- 200 g margarine (or butter for a richer taste)
- 150 g sugar
- 1 egg
- Zest of one orange (for an intense aroma)
- 400 g flour
- 1 packet of baking powder (about 10 g)
- 200 g peach jam (or any preferred jam)
- A pinch of salt
- Powdered sugar (for decoration, optional)
Step 1: Preparing the ingredients
Start by taking the margarine out of the fridge about 15-20 minutes before you start cooking, so it softens slightly. Preheat the oven to 180°C (medium heat) and prepare two baking trays, lining them with baking paper or greasing them with margarine.
Step 2: Mixing the ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the sugar with the margarine (or butter) using a mixer or spatula. Mix until you achieve a creamy consistency. Add the egg and orange zest, continuing to mix until well combined.
Step 3: Adding the dry ingredients
In another bowl, sift the flour together with the baking powder and salt. This will ensure a uniform texture of the dough. Incorporate the flour mixture into the wet mixture, mixing gently with a spatula or with your hands until you obtain a homogeneous dough. Be careful not to over-knead it to avoid tough cookies.
Step 4: Shaping the cookies
Take a piece of dough the size of a walnut and flatten it slightly in your palm. Place a teaspoon of peach jam in the center of each cookie and then fold the edges of the dough over the jam, forming a ball. Place the balls on the prepared tray, leaving enough space between them as they will expand during baking.
Step 5: Baking
Put the tray in the preheated oven and let the cookies bake for 12-15 minutes or until they turn lightly golden. It is important not to leave them too long in the oven, as we want them to remain soft inside.
Step 6: Cooling and decorating
After taking them out of the oven, let the cookies cool on a cooling rack. If desired, you can sprinkle powdered sugar on top for an elegant look and extra sweetness.
Practical tips:
- You can experiment with different types of jam, such as strawberry or raspberry jam, to achieve various flavors.
- Add some chopped nuts or almonds to the dough for a crunchy texture.
- If you don’t have orange zest, you can use lemon zest for a different citrus note.
Serving suggestion:
These cookies are perfect alongside a cup of tea or coffee, ideal for a relaxing afternoon. Additionally, you can give them as a gift to your friends or include them in gift baskets for the holidays.
Enjoy these peach jam cookies, a quick and simple dessert that will surely be appreciated by everyone!
Ingredients
100 g sugar, 250 g margarine for baking, 450 - 500 g flour, 1 whole egg, 1 teaspoon baking powder, a pinch of salt (knife tip), grated zest from one orange, 50 ml milk, for the filling 225 g peach/apricot jam, for the glaze 50 g sugar, a little milk.