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Peach Bar Cookie Cups Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 18 minutes
  • Total Time: 33 minutes
  • Yield: 12 cookie cups
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

These Peach Bar Cookie Cups are a delightful handheld dessert combining buttery cookie cups filled with a sweet and slightly spiced peach filling. Perfect for summer, these treats feature a crisp cookie base with juicy peaches topped with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for an indulgent finish.

Ingredients

Cookie Dough

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Peach Filling

  • 2 cups fresh peaches, peeled and diced (or use canned, drained)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Toppings

  • Whipped cream or vanilla ice cream
  • Powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Cookie Dough: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a muffin tin or line with paper liners to ensure easy removal of the cookie cups after baking.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and 1 cup of granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, providing a tender cookie texture.
  3. Add Egg and Vanilla: Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined, ensuring the dough has the right moisture and flavor.
  4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening agent and seasonings throughout the dough.
  5. Form the Dough: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until a cohesive dough forms without overworking it.
  6. Shape Cookie Cups: Scoop about 1 1/2 tablespoons of dough into each muffin cup. Use your fingers or the back of a spoon to press the dough down and shape it up the sides to form a cup able to hold the filling.
  7. Make the Peach Filling: In a medium bowl, combine diced peaches, 1/4 cup sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, and lemon juice. Stir well until the peaches are thoroughly coated and the mixture is uniform.
  8. Fill Cookie Cups: Spoon the peach filling generously into each formed cookie cup, filling them nearly to the top.
  9. Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the edges of the cookie cups turn golden brown and the peach filling is tender and slightly bubbly.
  10. Cool: Allow the cookie cups to cool in the muffin tin for a few minutes to set, then transfer onto a wire rack to cool completely to avoid sogginess at the base.
  11. Serve: Dust the tops with powdered sugar and add a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgent touch.
  12. Enjoy: Delight in these summery Peach Bar Cookie Cups as a perfect dessert or snack, offering a balance of buttery cookie and juicy peach flavors.

Notes

  • You can use frozen peaches if fresh are out of season; just thaw and drain excess liquid before using.
  • For a gluten-free alternative, substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free baking blend.
  • Adjust cinnamon to taste or omit if desired for a milder peach filling.
  • Make sure the butter is softened, not melted, for proper creaming and texture.
  • Serving with ice cream is optional but adds a nice creamy contrast to the warm cookie cups.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/peach-bar-cookie-cups-recipe/