Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of fall with these Apple Butter Snickerdoodle Cookies. Soft and chewy, each cookie features a luscious apple butter center that brings a burst of warmth and sweetness to every bite. Coated in cinnamon sugar, these cookies are not only visually appealing but also perfect for any occasion—be it family gatherings or cozy evenings at home. Easy to make with simple ingredients, this recipe is sure to impress both novice and experienced bakers alike. Enjoy them fresh from the oven or pair them with your favorite beverage for an irresistible treat!
Ingredients
- 7 tablespoons unsalted butter (cool room temperature)
- 3.5 ounces cold full-fat cream cheese
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 2 tablespoons unsulphured molasses
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- 1 large egg yolk (room temperature)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1/3 cup cane granulated sugar (for rolling)
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon (for rolling)
- 3/4 cup Apple Butter
- 4 tablespoons turbinado sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and line three baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a stand mixer, cream together unsalted butter, cream cheese, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and molasses until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually mix in flour, baking powder, cream of tartar, and salt until just combined.
- In a bowl, combine cane sugar and cinnamon for rolling. Scoop about 2 tablespoons of dough into the mixture, roll to coat, and place on the baking sheet.
- Indent the center of each cookie and fill with apple butter; sprinkle with turbinado sugar.
- Bake for 8–12 minutes until edges are set; cool on a wire rack before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (35g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing. Chill dough for 30 minutes before baking for thicker cookies. For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free blend.