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Apple Fritter Cookies

Irresistibly Soft Apple Fritter Cookies for Fall Bliss

Delight in these Apple Fritter Cookies, a simple and scrumptious dessert perfect for fall gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Glaze Setting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 2 cups Fresh Apples, diced Granny Smith recommended
  • 1 cup Light Brown Sugar Dark brown sugar can be used
  • 2 teaspoons Ground Cinnamon Allspice can be substituted
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter, softened Reduce salt if using salted butter
  • 1 large Egg Room temperature preferred
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract Use pure for best flavor
  • 2 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour A gluten-free blend works too
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder Check for freshness
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Omit if using salted butter
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg Optional
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Ginger Optional
For the Maple Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Granulated sugar can be powdered
  • 1/4 cup Pure Maple Syrup Avoid pancake syrup
  • 2 tablespoons Milk Adjust as needed for consistency

Equipment

  • stand mixer
  • baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • mixing bowls
  • cookie scoop

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a small bowl, combine diced apples, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Stir until coated.
  3. In a stand mixer, cream softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg and vanilla, mix well. Gradually blend in flour, baking powder, salt, and spices, then fold in apple mixture.
  4. Using a cookie scoop, portion out 2-ounce dough balls and place 2 inches apart on baking sheets.
  5. Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden and cookies are puffed but soft in the center.
  6. In a bowl, whisk powdered sugar, maple syrup, milk, and a pinch of salt until smooth. Adjust thickness as needed.
  7. Drizzle glaze over warm cookies. Let set for about 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 7 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in the microwave or oven for the best taste.

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