Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of Apple Butter Cookies, a scrumptious blend of snickerdoodle and sugar cookie flavors. These soft and chewy treats are coated in a warm cinnamon sugar crust that makes them the perfect addition to any gathering or cozy night in. Whether you opt for store-bought or homemade apple butter, these cookies are sure to impress your family and friends with their unique flavor and inviting aroma. Easy to prepare and customizable with nuts or dried fruits, this recipe is an excellent choice for bakers of all skill levels.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1/4 cup apple butter
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1 egg
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1/2 cup cinnamon sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375ยฐF (190ยฐC).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter, apple butter, and sugar until smooth.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the cinnamon, flour, baking soda, and cream of tartar.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until a dough forms.
- Chill the dough for about 2 hours in the refrigerator.
- Roll tablespoon-sized portions of dough into balls and coat each ball in cinnamon sugar.
- Place on an ungreased baking sheet and bake for about 13 minutes or until golden around the edges.
- Allow cookies to cool on a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 13 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (approximately 24g)
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: <5mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating chopped nuts or dried fruits into the dough before chilling. Ensure your ingredients are at room temperature for optimal mixing results. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.