Description
These soft and chewy cookies combine the comforting flavors of cinnamon and apple with the classic sugar-coated charm of snickerdoodles. A perfect fall treat that’s sure to please!
Ingredients
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For the Cookies:
- 2 3/4 cups (350g) all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons cream of tartar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 cup (225g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/4 cups (250g) granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup (100g) brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 medium apple, peeled and finely diced (about 1 cup)
For the Cinnamon Sugar Coating:
- 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
- Prepare the Dry Ingredients:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Set aside.
- Cream the Butter and Sugars:
- In a large bowl, using a hand mixer or stand mixer, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy (about 2 minutes).
- Add the Wet Ingredients:
- Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
- Combine the Dry Ingredients:
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Fold in the diced apple gently with a spatula.
- Make the Cinnamon Sugar Coating:
- In a small bowl, mix the granulated sugar and cinnamon for the coating.
- Shape and Coat the Cookies:
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls. Roll each ball in the cinnamon sugar mixture until fully coated. Place them 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake the Cookies:
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the tops are slightly cracked. Avoid overbaking for a soft, chewy texture.
- Cool and Serve:
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Use a tart apple variety like Granny Smith for a nice balance of sweetness and tang.
- For an extra apple flavor, add ½ teaspoon of apple pie spice to the dough.
- Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.