Description
Welcome to the deliciously cozy world of Apple Butter Cookies! If you’re a fan of autumn flavors like warm spices and rich apple butter, you’re in for a treat. These Apple Butter Cookies are the perfect balance of sweetness and spice, and they’re just what you need to fill your kitchen with that nostalgic aroma of fall. Let’s get baking and bring the taste of autumn right to your table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- ½ cup apple butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Optional Substitutions:
- For a gluten-free option, use a gluten-free all-purpose flour mix.
- For a dairy-free recipe, swap butter with coconut oil or a plant-based alternative.
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven
Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) . Preparing your oven beforehand ensures the cookies bake evenly. - Prepare Dry Ingredients
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. This dry mixture helps balance the apple butter’s moisture and enhances the cookie’s flavor. - Cream the Butter and Sugars
In a separate large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Creaming the butter ensures the cookies have a tender texture. - Add the Wet Ingredients
Beat in the egg, followed by the apple butter and vanilla extract. The apple butter gives the dough its deep autumn flavor. - Combine Ingredients
Gradually add the dry mixture into the wet mixture, mixing just until combined. Avoid overmixing, as this can make the cookies tough. - Shape and Bake
Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them about two inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown. - Cool and Enjoy
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Cooling helps the flavors set and enhances the chewy texture.
Notes
- Chill the Dough: If your dough feels too sticky, chilling it in the fridge for 20–30 minutes helps shape the cookies and prevents spreading.
- Use Homemade Apple Butter: If you have time, making your own apple butter adds a fresh flavor. Store-bought apple butter works well too!
- Enhance the Spice: Add a pinch of nutmeg or cloves for an extra autumnal touch.