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Apple Cookies Recipe

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These Apple Cookies offer a delightful combination of tender apple pieces folded into a cinnamon-spiced dough, resulting in a soft, lightly golden treat perfect for autumn snacking or any time you crave a comforting cookie with a fruity twist.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Main Ingredient

  • 1 cup peeled and finely diced apples (about 1 medium apple)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dough: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
  2. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, ground cinnamon, baking powder, and salt to evenly distribute the spices and leavening.
  3. Mix Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until a soft dough forms.
  4. Fold in Apples: Gently fold the finely diced apples into the dough, ensuring they are evenly distributed without overmixing to preserve apple texture.
  5. Portion Cookies: Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  6. Bake: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the cookies for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are set.
  7. Cool: Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Use tart apples like Granny Smith for a tangy counterbalance to the sweetness.
  • Make sure apples are finely diced to prevent excess moisture in the dough.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
  • For a softer cookie, slightly underbake by a minute or two.
  • Adding a sprinkle of sugar on top before baking can add a nice crunchy texture.

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