These Peach Drop Danish Cookies are one of those old-fashioned recipes that come together in minutes but taste like you spent all morning baking. Made with simple pantry staples like Jiffy Baking Mix and sweet peach jam, these soft biscuit-style cookies have all the flavors of a classic Danish pastry without the extra work of making laminated dough.
They're perfect for breakfast, brunch, afternoon coffee, or a light dessert. Finished with a simple vanilla glaze, every bite is buttery, tender, and filled with sweet peach flavor.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Ready in about 30 minutes
- Uses just a handful of pantry ingredients
- Soft, tender biscuit-like texture
- Perfect for breakfast or dessert
- Easy enough for beginner bakers
- Great for holidays, brunches, and bake sales
Ingredients
For the Cookies
- 2 cups Jiffy Baking Mix
- 1/4 cup butter
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2/3 cup milk
- 1/4 cup peach jam
For the Vanilla Glaze
- 2/3 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon water
How to Make Peach Drop Danish Cookies
Step 1: Prepare the Baking Sheet
Preheat your oven to 450°F. Lightly grease a baking sheet or line it with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
Step 2: Make the Dough
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the Jiffy Baking Mix, butter, and sugar. Use a pastry cutter or fork to cut the butter into the mix until it resembles coarse crumbs.
Pour in the milk and stir just until the dough comes together. Beat the dough about 15 strokes with a fork, being careful not to overmix.
Step 3: Shape the Cookies
Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.
Using the back of a spoon, gently press a shallow indentation into the center of each cookie.
Fill each indentation with about 1 teaspoon of peach jam.
Step 4: Bake
Bake for 10–15 minutes, or until the cookies are lightly golden around the edges.
Remove from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for several minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
Step 5: Make the Glaze
In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and water until smooth.
Once the cookies have cooled slightly, drizzle the glaze over the tops.
Serve and enjoy!
Tips for the Best Peach Danish Cookies
- Don't overmix the dough or the cookies may become tough.
- Use a thick peach jam to keep it from spreading too much while baking.
- If the jam is very thick, stir it before spooning it into the cookies.
- Let the cookies cool slightly before glazing so the glaze stays beautifully drizzled instead of melting away.
Variations
Try Different Jam Flavors
These cookies are delicious with:
- Apricot preserves
- Strawberry jam
- Raspberry preserves
- Blackberry jam
- Cherry preserves
Add Almond Flavor
A tiny splash of almond extract in the glaze pairs wonderfully with peaches and gives the cookies even more bakery-style flavor.
Sprinkle with Sliced Almonds
Top each cookie with a few sliced almonds before baking for extra crunch and a beautiful presentation.
Storage
Store leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
Can You Freeze Them?
Yes! Freeze the cookies without the glaze for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature and drizzle with fresh glaze before serving.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use homemade peach jam?
Absolutely! Homemade peach jam works beautifully in this recipe and adds even more fresh peach flavor.
Can I use another baking mix?
Yes. While Jiffy Baking Mix gives these cookies their classic texture, other biscuit baking mixes can also be substituted.
Can I make these ahead of time?
Yes! Bake them a day ahead and add the glaze just before serving for the freshest appearance.
What to Serve with Peach Drop Danish Cookies
These cookies pair perfectly with:
- Fresh fruit
- Hot coffee
- Peach iced tea
- Vanilla lattes
- Brunch casseroles
- Yogurt parfaits
They're a wonderful addition to baby showers, brunches, holiday breakfasts, or simply as an afternoon treat.
Final Thoughts
If you're looking for an easy homemade treat that feels like it came from your favorite bakery, these Peach Drop Danish Cookies are the perfect recipe. With a buttery biscuit base, sweet peach jam center, and simple vanilla glaze, they're quick enough for a weekday breakfast yet pretty enough to serve for special occasions.
Once you make a batch, don't be surprised if they become a family favorite!
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Peach Drop Danish
These peach drop danish cookies are simple and easy to make.
Ingredients
For the Cookie
- 2 cups of Jiffy Baking Mix
- 1/4 cup of butter
- 2 tablespoons Sugar
- 2/3 cup of milk
- 1/4 cup of peach jam
For the Glaze
- 2/3 cup of Powdered Sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon of Vanilla Extract
- 1 tablespoon of water
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Lightly grease a cookie sheet, or you can use parchment paper or a silicone mat.
- Mix together the baking mix, butter, and sugar until the mixture is crumbly. Stir in milk until the dough forms.; beat 15 strokes with a fork.
- Drop by rounded tablespoon onto the cookie sheet, 2 inches apart.
- Make a shallow well in the center of each with the back of a spoon. Fill each with 1 teaspoon of jam.
- Bake for 10-15 minutes. Remove from oven and set aside to cool.
- Mix and blend the glaze ingredients together and drizzle over danishes.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
15Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 142Total Fat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 9mgSodium: 237mgCarbohydrates: 21gFiber: 0gSugar: 11gProtein: 2g
Sarah
Wednesday 5th of August 2020
These look great and fairly easy to make. Since peachers are starting to come into season I will have to give these a try as soon as I get my hands on some. I have a feeling I will love these because anything with peaches is delicious.
Jennifer Sikora
Monday 10th of August 2020
You will and you can change out the centers of the cookies to whatever jam you have on hand!
Jeannette
Wednesday 8th of July 2020
What substitute for the baking mix?
Jennifer Sikora
Wednesday 8th of July 2020
Here is what you can do -- 1 cup flour. 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder. 1/4 teaspoon salt. 1 tablespoon shortening, olive oil, or melted butter.