Description
Apple Butter Cookies are the perfect autumn treat, blending the sweet and spicy flavors of apple butter with warm cinnamon notes. These soft and chewy cookies evoke nostalgia with every bite, reminiscent of cozy family gatherings and joyful moments in the kitchen. Easy to make and versatile enough for any occasion, they are sure to become a beloved addition to your fall baking repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsweetened apple butter
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy. Mix in the egg and apple butter until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until edges are golden brown. Cool on wire racks before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg