Plum Cookies Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour, sifted for lightness
• 1 teaspoon baking powder, to give the dough a gentle rise
• ½ teaspoon salt, to enhance flavor
• ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened to room temperature for easy mixing
• 1 cup granulated sugar, for balanced sweetness
• 1 large egg, at room temperature to bind ingredients
• 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract, to add warm, aromatic notes
• 3 cups fresh plums, pitted and thinly sliced – choose ripe but firm for the best texture
• ¼ cup granulated sugar, to complement the natural tartness of the plums
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice, to brighten the fruit flavor
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, for a hint of warm spice
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch, to thicken the plum juices into a jam-like consistency