Apple Cookies
These soft and tender apple cookies are bursting with fresh apple flavor and warm spices, making them the perfect fall treat for school lunches or coffee breaks.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour Provides structure and tenderness.
- 1 teaspoon baking soda For leavening.
- 1/2 teaspoon salt To enhance flavor.
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon For warm spice flavor.
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg For warm spice flavor.
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened For richness and texture.
- 1 cup brown sugar Keeps cookies moist and adds depth.
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar For sweetness.
- 1 large egg Adds moisture and binds the dough.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract For flavor.
Add-ins
- 2 cups chopped fresh apples For sweetness and texture.
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional) For added crunch.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg until evenly combined.
- In a separate bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until just incorporated.
- Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the butter-sugar mixture until just combined.
- Fold in the chopped apples and nuts (if using) until evenly distributed.
- Drop spoonfuls of batter onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Baking
- Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the centers look set but soft.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
These cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to 5 days or frozen for up to 3 months. For variations, consider adding oats or swapping brown sugar for maple syrup.