Description
Apple Snickerdoodles combine the classic flavors of cinnamon sugar cookies with the refreshing sweetness of fresh apples, making them a delightful fall treat. Each cookie features a soft and chewy texture, enhanced by chunks of tender apples and coated in a warm cinnamon sugar mixture. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy evenings at home, these cookies are sure to impress friends and family with their unique twist on the beloved snickerdoodle. Easy to make and deliciously versatile, they can be enjoyed on their own or paired with ice cream, caramel sauce, or a warm cup of cider.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cream of tartar
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon fine salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup packed brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 medium apple, peeled and finely chopped
- ¼ cup granulated sugar (for rolling)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for rolling)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cream of tartar, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream butter with granulated and brown sugars until fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually mix in dry ingredients until just combined; fold in chopped apples.
- Roll tablespoon-sized portions into balls; coat in cinnamon-sugar mixture.
- Place on prepared baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 8–10 minutes until edges are golden; let cool before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg