Description
These Apple Butter Cookies are soft, flavorful treats that combine the warm spices of cinnamon with the rich, fruity sweetness of apple butter. Perfectly balanced with a tender crumb, they make a delightful snack or dessert for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup brown sugar, packed
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup apple butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, cream the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, which helps create a tender cookie texture.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Mix in the egg, apple butter, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and fully combined, infusing the dough with moisture and flavor.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening and spices.
- Incorporate Dry into Wet: Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, mixing just until combined to avoid overworking the dough.
- Shape Cookies: Drop rounded spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow room for spreading.
- Bake: Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges turn golden and the cookies set, ensuring they have a soft but stable texture.
- Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to firm up before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely, preventing breakage.
Notes
- For softer cookies, slightly underbake by removing them a minute or two earlier.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- Apple butter adds moisture and natural sweetness, so additional liquids are not needed.
- To intensify apple flavor, add a pinch of ground cloves or nutmeg along with cinnamon if desired.
