Spiced Apple Cinnamon Snickerdoodle Cookies
Indulge your senses with these Spiced Apple Cinnamon Snickerdoodle Cookies! Perfectly soft and chewy, these delightful cookies combine the sweetness of apples with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, creating a cozy dessert that’s ideal for any occasion. With their inviting aroma and comforting flavors, they become the star of family gatherings or a well-deserved treat after a long day. Easy to prepare in just 30 minutes, this recipe is a must-try for anyone looking to bake something special.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 38 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3 cups plus 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp cream of tartar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 cups granny smith apples, peeled and diced
- 5 tbsp granulated sugar (for coating)
- 1 1/2 tbsp ground cinnamon (for coating)
- 1 3/4 tsp ground nutmeg (for coating)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream the softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time along with vanilla extract.
- Fold in diced apples gently.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto parchment-lined baking sheets.
- Mix cinnamon and sugar in a separate bowl; roll each cookie ball in this mixture before placing on the sheet.
- Bake for about 8 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg