Description
A delightful twist on the classic cookie, Apple Snickerdoodles combine the warmth of cinnamon and the sweetness of diced apples for a comforting treat.
Ingredients
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- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup sugar (for rolling)
- 1 cup small apple pieces (diced)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix together the flour, baking soda, cream of tartar, and salt.
- Cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing well.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Fold in the diced apple pieces.
- Combine the additional sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl.
- Roll the dough into small balls and coat them in the cinnamon-sugar mixture before placing them on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until they are set and lightly golden.
- Let cool before serving.
Notes
For thicker cookies, chill the dough for about 30 minutes before baking. Use tart apples for a more pronounced apple flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: snickerdoodles, cookies, apple cookies, dessert, baking
