Description
These cookies combine the cinnamon-sugar charm of snickerdoodles with the deep, sweet flavor of apple butter for a cookie that’s soft, chewy, and bursting with autumn vibes.
Ingredients
For the dough:
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½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
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½ cup granulated sugar
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¼ cup brown sugar
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⅓ cup apple butter
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1 large egg
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
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½ tsp baking soda
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½ tsp cream of tartar
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¼ tsp salt
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1 tsp ground cinnamon
For the cinnamon sugar coating:
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¼ cup granulated sugar
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1 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C): Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2️⃣ Cream the butter and sugars: In a large bowl, beat butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add apple butter, egg, and vanilla; mix until combined.
3️⃣ Mix the dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cream of tartar, salt, and cinnamon.
4️⃣ Combine: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir just until combined. Chill dough for 30 minutes for easier handling.
5️⃣ Shape and roll: In a small bowl, mix the cinnamon and sugar for coating. Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough and roll them in the cinnamon sugar.
6️⃣ Bake: Place cookies on the baking sheet, spacing 2 inches apart. Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until edges are set and centers are soft.
7️⃣ Cool: Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Notes
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Make your own apple butter or use a store-bought variety—thicker is better for baking.
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These cookies get even more flavorful after a day!
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Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes (+ 30 min chill)
- Cook Time: 12 minutes