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Soft Peach Cookies

These Soft Peach Cookies are tender, buttery, and bursting with fresh peach flavor. Perfect for summer baking, these bakery-style gourmet cookies have a soft, cake-like texture and are finished with an optional peach glaze. If you're looking for unique cookie recipes or a delicious alternative to a classic crumble cookie recipe, these fruity cookies are sure to become a seasonal favorite.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chill Time: 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies

Ingredients
  

  • For the Cookies
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter softened
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup light brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon almond extract optional
  • 2 tablespoons sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 1 cup finely diced fresh peaches
  • Optional Peach Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 –3 tablespoons peach puree
  • 1 teaspoon milk if needed

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl.
  3. In a large bowl, beat the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Mix in the egg, vanilla extract, almond extract, and sour cream until smooth.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients and mix just until combined.
  6. Fold the diced peaches into the dough using a spatula.
  7. Chill the dough for 20 minutes if it feels too soft.
  8. Scoop about 2 tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  9. Bake for 12–15 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden and the centers remain soft.
  10. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  11. If desired, whisk together the glaze ingredients and drizzle over completely cooled cookies.

Notes

Use ripe but firm peaches for the best texture.
Pat peaches dry before adding them to prevent excess moisture.
Do not overmix the dough after adding the peaches.
Avoid overbaking to keep the cookies soft and tender.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Freeze baked cookies for up to 2 months and thaw at room temperature before serving.