Irresistibly Soft Apple Cinnamon Cookies with Maple Glaze Recipe
These irresistibly soft apple cinnamon cookies are perfect for a cozy treat, featuring a chewy texture with warm cinnamon spice, tender diced apples, and a sweet maple glaze that adds a delightful finishing touch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Total Time: 29 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the Cookie Base
- 1 cup Butter – Adds richness and moisture; substitute margarine for dairy-free version.
- 1 cup Brown Sugar – Provides sweetness and a slight caramel flavor.
- 1 large Egg – Binds ingredients together; use a flax egg for vegan alternative.
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract – Enhances overall flavor.
- 2 cups All-Purpose Flour – Gives structure to cookies; whole wheat flour can add extra fiber.
- 1 cup Old-Fashioned Rolled Oats – Adds chewiness and texture.
- 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon – Infuses warmth and spice.
- 1 teaspoon Baking Soda – Helps cookies rise.
- 1/2 teaspoon Ground Cloves – Adds a unique spiced note.
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt – Balances sweetness, enhancing flavor.
- 1 cup Apple (diced) – Provides moisture; Granny Smith works wonderfully.
- 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice – Prevents apples from browning.
For the Maple Glaze
- 2 cups Powdered Sugar – Sweetens the glaze perfectly.
- 2 tablespoons Milk – Thins the glaze to the desired consistency.
- 1 tablespoon Maple Syrup – Compliments cookie flavor beautifully.
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line your baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a mixing bowl, combine softened butter and brown sugar and beat using a hand mixer until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2 to 3 minutes.
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Crack the egg into the bowl, pour in vanilla extract, and mix until fully combined and smooth.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, rolled oats, ground cinnamon, baking soda, ground cloves, and salt. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Prepare Apples: Dice the apple into small pieces and toss with lemon juice to prevent browning. Fold the apple pieces gently into the cookie dough evenly.
- Scoop Dough: Use a tablespoon to portion the cookie dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them evenly and lightly flattening each mound to shape.
- Bake: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 12 to 14 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the tops appear set. Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
- Make Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and maple syrup until the glaze is smooth. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cookies for a sweet finishing touch.
Notes
- Optional: Top the glazed cookies with a sprinkle of cinnamon for an extra cozy flavor boost.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute butter with margarine and use plant-based milk in the glaze.
- Try using Granny Smith apples for a tart contrast or sweet apples like Fuji for a milder taste.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.
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