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A close-up of golden-brown snickerdoodle cookies with cinnamon sugar coating, garnished with slices of fresh apple and a sprinkle of cinnamon, arranged on a rustic wooden plate with a colorful cloth in the background, highlighting their soft texture and inviting aroma.

Quick Apple Cinnamon Snickerdoodle Cookies Delight

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These quick apple cinnamon snickerdoodle cookies are soft, chewy, and bursting with warm cinnamon flavor, topped with a sweet cinnamon sugar coating and pieces of fresh apple for a delightful fall treat.

  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 18 cookies

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped fresh apple (peeled)
  • 1/4 cup cinnamon sugar (for coating)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cream of tartar, and salt.
  3. In a separate large bowl, cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
  5. Gradually add flour mixture, mixing until just combined. Fold in chopped apples.
  6. Shape dough into 1-inch balls and roll in cinnamon sugar. Place on prepared baking sheets about 2 inches apart.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes until golden around the edges.
  8. Allow cookies to cool slightly before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

  • Use crisp, fresh apples for the best flavor and texture.
  • For softer cookies, bake for a shorter time; for crispier edges, bake longer.
  • Store in an airtight container for up to a week.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 110 Kcal
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 45mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 14g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg