Ingredients and Weight:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup dried apricot, chopped into small pieces
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 30 minutes
- Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until smooth.
- Add the egg and mix well.
- In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture and mix until combined.
- Stir in the chopped apricots.
- Drop cookie dough by the spoonful onto an ungreased cookie sheet, leaving enough space for spreading.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until edges are golden brown.
- Allow cookies to cool on the sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: Approx. 250 per cookie (based on the given ingredients)
- Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Protein: 3g
Dish Characteristics:
- These cookies are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, with a sweet and tangy apricot flavor.
- The use of dried apricots gives these cookies a unique and fruity taste that is popular in American cuisine.
User Comments:
- "These cookies are amazing! The apricot flavor is so delicious and the texture is perfect."
- "I love how fruity these cookies are. They're a great way to enjoy apricots in a different form."
- "These cookies are perfect for a tea time treat or as a snack. They're not too sweet and have a great balance of flavors."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use dried apricots and not fresh ones for this recipe as fresh apricots would result in a wet cookie dough.
- For best results, use room temperature butter when making the cookie dough. This will ensure that all ingredients blend together smoothly.
