Apple Butter Cookies
Delightful cookies infused with apple butter that combine nostalgia and holiday cheer, perfect for gifting or family gatherings.
Ingredients
Cookie Ingredients
- 250 g softened butter Use high-quality, unsalted butter for best flavor.
- 150 g sugar Granulated sugar works best.
- 1 packet vanilla sugar Adds a lovely aromatic note.
- 1 medium egg Room temperature for better integration.
- 400 g all-purpose flour (Type 405) Provides the structure.
- 1 teaspoon baking powder Essential for fluffy cookies.
- 1 pinch salt Enhances overall flavor.
- 100 g apple sauce (no added sugar) Keeps cookies moist.
- extra flour for rolling out To avoid sticky situations.
- cookie cutter shapes of your choice Get festive—stars, trees, etc.
Instructions
Preparation
- Soften the Butter: Take the butter out of the refrigerator about an hour before baking until soft.
- Mix Butter and Sugars: Combine softened butter, sugar, and vanilla sugar in a large bowl. Beat until light and creamy, about 3-5 minutes.
- Incorporate the Egg: Add the egg to the mixture and mix until no egg remains stuck to the sides of the bowl.
- Add Apple Sauce: Gently fold in the apple sauce until well combined.
- Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until stiff and then knead until smooth.
- Chill the Dough: Wrap the dough in cling film and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (ideally 1 hour).
- Roll It Out: Dust the work surface and rolling pin with flour. Divide the dough and roll out to about 3-4mm thickness.
- Cut Out Shapes: Use cookie cutters to create festive shapes.
- Re-roll and Cut: Gather scraps, knead, and roll again to cut out more cookies.
- Prepare for Baking: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place cookies with space in between.
- Bake It: Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F) and bake for 8-12 minutes until lightly golden brown.
- Cooling Time: Let cookies cool for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
These cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week. You can also freeze the dough for a month or baked cookies for longer storage.