Apple Cinnamon Cookies with Maple Glaze
Experience the essence of fall with these delightful Apple Cinnamon Cookies topped with a luscious maple glaze. Each bite combines warm, spiced apples and a chewy texture, making them the perfect treat for cozy gatherings or a sweet afternoon snack. Easy to make and customizable, these cookies are sure to bring joy to your kitchen and warmth to your heart.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- 2 cups fresh apples, diced
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 cup maple syrup (for glaze)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Add the egg and mix in vanilla extract until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Gently fold in diced apples into the dough.
- Drop tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets about two inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden brown.
- Allow cookies to cool slightly before drizzling with maple glaze made from powdered sugar mixed with maple syrup.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 144
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 58mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg