Description
Experience the delightful twist of Spiced Apple Cinnamon Snickerdoodle Cookies, where traditional flavors meet a fresh, fruity twist! These cookies are soft, chewy, and bursting with tender apple pieces that complement the warm spices of cinnamon and nutmeg. Perfect for cozy gatherings or as a comforting treat at home, they are incredibly easy to make with common ingredients you likely already have. Imagine the irresistible aroma wafting through your kitchen as these cookies bake—an invitation no one can resist! Whether you enjoy them straight from the oven or create an indulgent ice cream sandwich, this recipe will surely become a family favorite.
Ingredients
- 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
- 1 1/2 tbsp ground cinnamon
- 1 3/4 tsp ground nutmeg
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time followed by vanilla; mix until combined.
- Gradually incorporate dry ingredients into wet ingredients; stir until just mixed.
- Gently fold in diced apples until evenly distributed.
- In a small bowl, combine sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg for coating.
- Scoop dough into balls, roll in cinnamon sugar mixture, and place on prepared sheets.
- Bake for 8 minutes or until edges are golden but centers remain soft.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg