Ah, apple cookies—delicious little treats that combine the sweetness and moisture of apples with a soft, cozy cookie! Here’s a simple, classic recipe for soft apple cookies:
Ingredients (makes ~24 cookies)
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1 cup (225 g) unsalted butter, softened
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1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
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1/2 cup (100 g) brown sugar, packed
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2 large eggs
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour
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1 tsp baking soda
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1 tsp ground cinnamon
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1/2 tsp salt
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1 1/2 cups peeled and finely chopped apple (about 1 medium apple)
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Optional: 1/2 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans) or 1/2 cup raisins
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Cream butter and sugars in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
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Add eggs and vanilla, mixing until smooth.
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Mix dry ingredients (flour, baking soda, cinnamon, salt) in a separate bowl. Gradually add to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
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Fold in chopped apples (and nuts or raisins, if using).
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Scoop onto baking sheet using a spoon or cookie scoop—about 2 tbsp per cookie, spaced 2 inches apart.
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Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden but centers are still soft.
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Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Tips for Perfect Apple Cookies
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Use firm apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp so they hold their shape.
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For extra flavor, add a pinch of nutmeg or ground ginger to the dry mix.
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Cookies taste even better the next day, as the flavors meld.
If you want, I can also give a chewy, caramel-apple version that’s almost like a dessert hybrid between apple pie and a cookie—it’s indulgent but incredible.
Do you want me to share that version too?
