Austrian Peach Cookies

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup butter, melted and cooled
• 3/4 cup white sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup dried peaches, chopped

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease cookie sheets.
2. In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the melted butter and sugar until smooth. Beat in the egg and vanilla. Gradually blend in the dry ingredients. Fold in the peaches.
4. Drop cookie dough by rounded tablespoonfuls onto the prepared cookie sheets. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven, or until the edges are lightly toasted. Allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Interesting Facts

• Austrian Peach Cookies were first created in the 1800s in Austria.
• The cookies are often served as a traditional treat in Austria during the holiday season.
• The cookies are usually served with a cup of coffee or tea.