04/20/2026
Irresistible Apple Pie Cookies
Ingredients:
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup finely chopped apples (peeled and cored)
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
5. Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until incorporated.
6. In a separate small bowl, toss the chopped apples with lemon juice and brown sugar.
7. Fold the apple mixture and walnuts (if using) into the cookie dough.
8. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
9. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
10. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes
Kcal: 180 kcal | Servings: 24 cookies
Tips:
Use tart apples like Granny Smith for a balanced sweet-tart flavor in the cookies.
Chilling the dough for 30 minutes before baking helps maintain the cookie shape and enhances texture.