Looking for a delightful treat that’s both soft and chewy? These applesauce cookies could be your new favorite dessert! Packed with the natural sweetness of apples, they bring a warm, homey flavor to any occasion. Perfect for a cozy afternoon snack or a sweet addition to your dessert table.
These cookies are incredibly easy to make and require minimal effort. The applesauce keeps them moist and tender, while hints of cinnamon add a comforting spice. They’re a great way to use up any extra applesauce you might have lying around!
The Ultimate Soft Applesauce Cookies
These applesauce cookies are soft, moist, and bursting with flavor. Each bite gives you a wonderful balance of sweetness and spice, making them irresistible. They’re a perfect treat for both kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup raisins or chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, applesauce, and vanilla extract until combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. If desired, fold in raisins or nuts.
- Scoop and Bake: Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Cool and Serve: Remove cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Servings: 24 cookies
- Calories: 100 kcal
- Fat: 4g
- Protein: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
