Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of Apricot Pillow Cookies, a sweet treat that perfectly balances rich flavors and a soft, fluffy texture. These cookies feature a creamy dough enveloping a luscious apricot filling, making them an irresistible choice for family gatherings or holiday celebrations. Each bite melts in your mouth, leaving a hint of citrus from the lemon zest that brightens the overall experience. Easy to make and versatile enough to please any palate, these cookies are sure to become a cherished favorite in your dessert repertoire. Whether served with tea or as part of an elegant spread, Apricot Pillow Cookies are bound to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 3/4 cups flour (sifted)
- 1/2 tsp lemon zest
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup butter (softened)
- 1 jar apricot preserves
Instructions
- Cream together butter and cream cheese until smooth and fluffy.
- In another bowl, sift flour and salt; stir in lemon zest.
- Gradually blend the flour mixture into the creamed mixture until combined; form into a ball and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Roll out chilled dough on a floured surface to about 1/8 to 1/4 inch thick; cut into 3-inch squares.
- Place 1 teaspoon of apricot preserves in the center of each square; fold corners toward the center and pinch seams together.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake cookies for about 25 minutes or until lightly browned.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg