Apple Cinnamon Cookies
Soft, chewy cookies packed with the perfect balance of apple and cinnamon flavors, making them the ultimate fall treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Total Time: 29 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup grated fresh apple (Honeycrisp or Granny Smith recommended)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Peel and grate the apple using a fine grater. Set aside and let it drain slightly to remove excess liquid.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, use a hand or stand mixer to beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
- Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated. Then, fold in the grated apple.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, stirring until a soft dough forms.
- Use a tablespoon or cookie scoop to drop dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 12-14 minutes or until the edges are golden brown. The centers will still look slightly soft.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a cooling rack to cool completely.
Notes
[‘If the dough feels too sticky, chill it in the refrigerator for 20 minutes before scooping.’, ‘Sprinkle cinnamon sugar over the dough before baking for extra flavor.’, ‘Ensure baking sheets cool completely between batches to avoid spreading issues.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 18
- Protein: 1
Keywords: apple cinnamon cookies, fall treats, easy dessert, chewy cookies, seasonal baking