Italian Peach Jam Filled Bites (Printable Format)
Buttery peach jam–filled cookies dipped in sugar, with a soft vanilla interior and bright color.
# Needed Ingredients:
→ Dough
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2 large eggs, at room temperature
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1 cup granulated sugar
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1/2 cup vegetable oil (such as sunflower or canola)
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3 cups all-purpose flour, sifted
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1 tablespoon baking powder
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1 tablespoon vanilla extract
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1/2 cup whole milk
→ Coloring
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1 tablespoon yellow food coloring (gel preferred)
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1 tablespoon red food coloring (gel preferred)
→ Finishing and Filling
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1/4 cup granulated sugar, for rolling
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1/2 cup apricot or peach jam
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Fresh mint leaves, garnish (optional)
# Preparation Steps:
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Whisk eggs and 1 cup granulated sugar in a large mixing bowl until pale and frothy, about 3 minutes using a hand mixer.
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Slowly drizzle in vegetable oil, milk, and vanilla extract while mixing on low speed until fully combined.
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Sift flour and baking powder together. Gradually fold dry mixture into the wet base to form a smooth dough.
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Divide dough evenly. Tint one portion with yellow food coloring and the other portion with red food coloring until uniformly colored.
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Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Roll dough into tablespoon-sized balls and arrange on a lined baking sheet. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until bottoms are golden, tops remain soft.
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While still warm, roll each cookie in 1/4 cup granulated sugar to coat completely.
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Pair cookies by color and gently hollow the base of each. Fill with a spoonful of apricot or peach jam. Press halves together, resembling a peach, and garnish with mint leaves just before serving.
# Supplementary Details:
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For the most vibrant color and softness, use gel food coloring and avoid overbaking. Allow cookies to cool slightly before handling for filling.