Description
There are some desserts that instantly transport you to another place, and Italian Peach Cookies, Irresistibly Juicy Jam-Filled Bites are one of those treasured treats. At first glance, they look like tiny ripe peaches fresh from an orchard, complete with rosy pink cheeks, golden hues, and sparkling sugar that catches the light. Their charming appearance makes them almost too beautiful to eat, but one bite reveals why they have remained a beloved part of Italian baking traditions for generations.
Instructions
Notes
For the most authentic presentation, use gel food coloring because it
If you prefer a less sweet finish, use superfine sugar for coating, which
4 cups (500 g) all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup (225 g) unsalted butter, softened
1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
3 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
¼ cup (60 ml) whole milk
1 cup apricot jam
1 cup peach jam
½ cup whole milk
Orange food coloring
Red food coloring
1½ cups granulated sugar
Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 245
- Sugar: 24 g
- Fat: 9 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Protein: 3 g