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Apple Snickerdoodles
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These apple snickerdoodles are soft cinnamon cookies with chopped apple. You get a crisp sugar coating and a tender center. They are simple to make and perfect for fall.

Ingredients

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  • 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup finely chopped apple, peeled and cored
  • For rolling: 1/4 cup granulated sugar and 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Mix the flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, salt, and 1 teaspoon cinnamon in a bowl.
  3. Cream the butter and 1 1/2 cups sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time. Add the vanilla.
  5. Stir in the chopped apple.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture. Mix until just combined.
  7. Chill the dough for 30 minutes.
  8. Combine the 1/4 cup sugar and 1 tablespoon cinnamon in a small bowl.
  9. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls. Coat each ball in the cinnamon sugar.
  10. Place the balls 2 inches apart on the prepared sheets.
  11. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until the edges are set.
  12. Cool on the sheets for 5 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Use a firm apple like Granny Smith for the best texture.
  • Chill the dough to prevent spread.
  • Store the cookies in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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