Description
Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of fall with these Irresistible Apple Cinnamon Cookies. Soft and chewy, each cookie is bursting with the delightful combination of sweet applesauce and fragrant cinnamon, making them perfect for any occasion—from cozy gatherings to holiday celebrations. With just 15 minutes of prep time and minimal effort, you’ll fill your home with an inviting aroma that will have everyone reaching for a second cookie. These treats are not only kid-friendly but also versatile enough to be enjoyed as a snack, dessert, or even a thoughtful homemade gift.
Ingredients
- 1 3/4 cups flour
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/8 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 2/3 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2/3 cup white chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In another bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add applesauce and vanilla extract; mix well.
- Gradually blend the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Fold in white chocolate chips.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for approximately 10 minutes until lightly golden around the edges. Allow cooling on the sheet before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Use room temperature ingredients for better blending. Chill the dough for about 30 minutes to enhance flavor and texture. Feel free to add nuts or substitute chocolate chips as desired.