Description
These Apple Crisp Cookies combine the warm flavors of cinnamon-spiced apples with a crisp oat and nut texture for a deliciously comforting treat. Perfectly soft with golden edges, these cookies bring the essence of apple crisp dessert in a convenient handheld form.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Add-ins
- 1 1/2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup finely chopped apples, peeled and cored (preferably Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, creating a smooth base for your cookie dough.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition to fully incorporate them. Stir in the vanilla extract for added flavor.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg to evenly distribute the leavening agents and spices.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry mixture to the butter and sugar mixture, mixing just until combined to avoid overworking the dough.
- Fold in Add-ins: Gently fold in the rolled oats, chopped apples, and nuts (if using) until they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Form Cookies: Drop rounded tablespoons of the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading during baking.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the cookie edges turn golden brown and the centers are set but still soft.
- Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely, which helps them set and prevents breakage.
Notes
- For best flavor, use tart apple varieties like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp as they hold up well and provide a nice contrast to the sweet cookie base.
- Chopping the apples finely ensures they distribute evenly and soften properly during baking.
- Adding nuts is optional but adds a nice crunch and depth of flavor; feel free to omit or substitute based on preference or dietary restrictions.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days to maintain freshness.
- To keep apples from browning before mixing, toss them with a little lemon juice.