Apricot Pillow Cookies
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Apricot Pillow Cookies, a charming treat that combines a melt-in-your-mouth texture with a sweet apricot filling. Inspired by my great grandmother’s Dutch heritage, these buttery cookies are perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a family gathering or a cozy afternoon tea. With simple ingredients and easy preparation, even novice bakers can create these nostalgic delights that are sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Dutch
Ingredients
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- 1 3/4 cups flour (sifted)
- 1/2 tsp lemon zest
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 8 oz cream cheese (soft to room temperature)
- 1 cup butter (soft to room temperature)
- 1 jar apricot preserves
- Egg whites (for brushing)
- Granulated sugar (for sprinkling)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream together butter and cream cheese until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, sift flour and salt, then stir in lemon zest. Gradually mix into the creamed mixture until combined.
- Form dough into a ball and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Roll out chilled dough on a floured surface to about 1/8–1/4 inch thick; cut into 3-inch squares.
- Place a teaspoon of apricot preserves in the center of each square, brush edges with egg whites, fold corners toward the center, and seal.
- Arrange on an ungreased cookie sheet; bake for about 25 minutes or until lightly browned.
- Cool on wire racks before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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