Peaches
Sweet Peach Cream Recipe – An Irresistible Delight
Total preparation time: 1 hour
Baking time: 15 minutes
Number of servings: 20
Who doesn't love desserts with a story? Sweet peaches with cream are a perfect choice for any occasion, bringing a touch of nostalgia and flavor in every bite. These delicious cookies, with a creamy filling and vibrant glaze, are ideal to be served alongside a fragrant coffee or a comforting tea.
Ingredients needed for the dough:
- 15 tablespoons of oil (for a tender and aromatic dough)
- 15 tablespoons of sparkling water (that effervescence will help achieve a fluffy texture)
- 10 tablespoons of sugar (for a balanced sweetness)
- 1 pinch of baking powder (for optimal rising)
- 1 pinch of salt (to enhance the flavors)
- Zest of one orange (adds a wonderful citrus aroma)
- Flour (amount needed to obtain a non-sticky dough)
Ingredients for the cream:
- 200 g of butter (at room temperature, for easy mixing)
- 1 packet of cappuccino (for an intense flavor)
- 100 g of powdered sugar (for a fine sweetness)
- 3 tablespoons of cocoa (for a rich chocolate taste)
Ingredients for decoration:
- Food coloring (for an attractive appearance)
- Sugar (or coconut, for a delicious finish)
Step by step: Preparing the dough
1. Mixing the dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the flour with sugar, baking powder, salt, and orange zest. These dry ingredients form the base of your dough, and the citrus aroma will add a pleasant note.
2. Adding the wet ingredients: In the same mixture, add the oil and sparkling water. Start mixing with a spatula or wooden spoon. Continue to homogenize until the ingredients are well integrated.
3. Kneading the dough: Gradually add flour until you obtain a dough that no longer sticks to your hands. This step is essential for achieving the perfect texture, so be patient and knead well.
4. Forming the balls: Tear off small pieces of dough and shape them into balls. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving space between them to allow for rising.
5. Baking: Preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius. Bake the dough balls for about 15 minutes or until they turn slightly golden. Check them from time to time!
Creating the delicious cream
1. Mixing the ingredients: In a bowl, add the softened butter and powdered sugar. Use an electric mixer to mix them until the composition becomes fluffy and homogeneous.
2. Adding flavors: Incorporate cocoa and the cappuccino packet into the butter and sugar mixture. Continue mixing until you obtain a smooth and aromatic cream.
3. Including the filling: If desired, you can add the leftover filling from the hollowed balls after filling them with cream to add an interesting texture.
Assembling the dessert
1. Filling the balls: Take two balls of dough and fill them with the delicious cream. Join them together to form a "peach".
2. Decorating: Dissolve the food coloring in a little water. Dip the peaches in this solution, then in sugar or coconut for an attractive finish.
3. Serving: Arrange the peaches on a nice platter and enjoy them alongside a fragrant coffee or warm tea. This dessert is perfect for moments of relaxation with loved ones.
Useful tips and variations
- Choose the right flour: Use wheat flour and, if you want, you can replace part of the flour with whole wheat flour for added nutrients.
- Customize the flavors: You can add vanilla essence or other flavors to personalize your dessert.
- Caring for the cream: Make sure the butter is at room temperature to prevent lumps from forming in the cream.
- Caring for the peaches: If you don't have food coloring, you can use a mixture of cocoa and sugar for a rustic appearance.
Nutritional information
This dessert has approximately 130 calories per serving, making it a delicious yet moderate choice. It provides a good source of energy due to the sugar and healthy fats from the butter. Additionally, the orange zest adds essential vitamins and antioxidants.
Frequently asked questions
- Can I use another type of oil? Yes, you can use sunflower or canola oil, but avoid oils with strong flavors.
- How long can I keep the peaches? These cookies can be kept at room temperature for a few days, but I recommend storing them in an airtight container to prevent drying out.
- Can I make this recipe gluten-free? Yes, replace the wheat flour with a gluten-free flour and ensure that all other ingredients are also gluten-free.
And now, it's time to get cooking! Whether for a party, a birthday, or just to pamper your family, sweet peaches with cream are a dessert you won't easily forget. Enjoy your meal!
Ingredients: Dough 15 tablespoons oil 15 tablespoons mineral water 10 tablespoons sugar 1 pinch of baking powder 1 pinch of salt orange zest flourCream 200 g butter 1 packet of cappuccino 100 g powdered sugar 3 tablespoons cocoaDecoration food coloring sugar
