Applesauce Cookies Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
• STEP 2.In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
• STEP 3.Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
• STEP 4.In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
• STEP 5.Fold in the applesauce and chopped nuts, if desired.
• STEP 6.Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
• STEP 7.Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
• STEP 8.Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
• STEP 9.Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
• STEP 10.Serve and enjoy!

Cooking Tips

• For a more pronounced apple flavor, use unsweetened applesauce.
• If you prefer a spicier cookie, add a pinch of cloves or ginger to the dough.
• Feel free to add raisins or dried cranberries for extra texture and sweetness.
• To make the cookies extra soft, refrigerate the dough for 30 minutes before baking.

Storage and Serving

• Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature.
• Serve them as a delicious snack or dessert.
• These cookies also make a great addition to holiday cookie trays or as gifts.