Irresistible Apple Cinnamon Cookies Recipe

Introduction

These irresistible apple cinnamon cookies combine warm spices with the sweet touch of white chocolate for a delightful treat. Moist and flavorful, they’re perfect for cozy afternoons or sharing with friends and family.

Ingredients

• 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 tsp fine sea salt
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/8 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened at room temperature
• 2/3 cup packed light brown sugar
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/3 cup unsweetened applesauce, at room temperature
• 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract
• 2/3 cup white chocolate chips

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg until well combined. Set aside.
2. Step 2: Using a hand mixer or stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream the softened butter, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and smooth. Add the applesauce and vanilla extract, and beat until fully combined.
3. Step 3: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed just until mostly incorporated. Gently fold in the white chocolate chips with a spatula until evenly distributed.
4. Step 4: Cover the dough and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to prevent spreading and enhance flavor.
5. Step 5: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Scoop portions of the chilled dough onto the sheet, spacing them apart.
6. Step 6: Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft. Remove from oven and let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 30 minutes before serving.

Tips & Variations

• Make sure the butter is truly at room temperature for smooth creaming and soft cookies.
• Swap white chocolate chips for dried cranberries or chopped nuts for a different twist.
• For extra spice, add a pinch of ground cloves or ginger.

Storage

Store the cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. You can also freeze the baked cookies for up to 3 months. To reheat, warm them in a low oven or microwave briefly until soft.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use regular margarine instead of butter?

Butter is preferred for flavor and texture, but if needed, margarine can be used. The cookies may be less rich and have a slightly different texture.

Is it necessary to chill the dough?

Chilling the dough helps prevent spreading during baking and improves the flavor, but if pressed for time, you can skip this step. Just expect thinner cookies.

Irresistible Apple Cinnamon Cookies Recipe

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These Irresistible Apple Cinnamon Cookies blend warm spices with sweet white chocolate chips, delivering a soft and flavorful treat perfect for any occasion. Made with wholesome ingredients like unsweetened applesauce for moisture and a hint of nutmeg, these cookies offer a comforting twist on a classic favorite.

• Author: Dylan
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 12 minutes
• Total Time: 57 minutes
• Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

• 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt (fine sea salt recommended)
• 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/8 tsp ground nutmeg

Wet Ingredients

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened at room temperature
• 2/3 cup packed light brown sugar
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/3 cup unsweetened applesauce, at room temperature
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (pure vanilla extract preferred)

Mix-Ins

• 2/3 cup white chocolate chips

Instructions

1. Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a small bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg until well combined. Set aside for later use.
2. Cream the Butter and Sugars: Using a hand mixer or stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, cream the softened unsalted butter, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until the mixture is light and smooth. Add the unsweetened applesauce and vanilla extract, then beat again until fully combined.
3. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients & Add Chocolate Chips: Pour the dry ingredients into the wet mixture. Mix on low speed just until the flour is mostly incorporated. Gently fold in the white chocolate chips with a spatula until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
4. Chill the Dough: Cover the cookie dough and chill it in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to prevent spreading during baking and to enhance the flavor.
5. Bake the Cookies: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Scoop out portions of chilled dough onto the baking sheet, spacing them apart to allow for spreading. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges look set but centers remain soft.
6. Cool and Serve: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the cookies cool on the sheet for 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

• Softened butter at room temperature ensures smooth creaming and better texture.
• Chilling the dough is important to prevent excessive spreading and intensifies flavors.
• You can substitute white chocolate chips with regular or dark chocolate chips if preferred.
• Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
• For a vegan version, substitute butter with vegan butter and ensure white chocolate chips are dairy-free.

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