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Apple Snickerdoodle Cookies Recipe

These Apple Snickerdoodle Cookies are soft, thick, and packed with warm cinnamon flavor in every bite. Made with tender diced apples and rolled in a sweet cinnamon-sugar coating, these cookies bake up perfectly chewy with a cozy fall-inspired taste. They're the perfect homemade treat for holiday baking, family gatherings, or whenever you're craving a comforting apple dessert.
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Chill Time:: 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 7 minutes
Calories: 180kcal
Author: Austin Carter
Servings: 18 Cookies

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowls
  • Electric Hand Mixer
  • Whisk
  • Rubber spatula
  • Small Skillet
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper or Silicone Baking Mat
  • Cookie Scoop
  • Wire Cooling Rack

Ingredients

For the Cheesecake Filling

  • 4 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon

For the Apple Mixture

  • 1 cup peeled and finely diced apple
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • For the Cookie Dough
  • ½ cup unsalted butter melted
  • ¾ cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon cream of tartar
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt

For Rolling

  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Optional Topping

  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped pecans or walnuts

Instructions

  • In a small bowl, mix the cream cheese with a pinch of cinnamon and set aside for the cheesecake filling.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the melted butter, vanilla extract, and brown sugar. Mix until smooth and well combined.
  • Add the cream cheese mixture and whisk until creamy and fully incorporated.
  • Add the flour, baking soda, cream of tartar, and salt. Mix until a soft cookie dough forms.
  • In a small skillet, cook the diced apples with granulated sugar and cinnamon until softened. Let the apple mixture cool slightly.
  • Fold the cooked apples into the cookie dough and mix gently until evenly distributed.
  • Cover and chill the dough for about 30 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
    Preheat the oven to 375°F
  • Scoop portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie.
  • Bake for 10–12 minutes or until the cookies are set and the edges are lightly golden.
  • Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes.
  • Sprinkle with cinnamon sugar and top with chopped nuts if desired before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 180kcal