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Apple Butter Snickerdoodle Cookies

Apple Butter Snickerdoodle Cookies
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Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of fall with these Apple Butter Snickerdoodle Cookies. Blending the classic taste of snickerdoodles with luscious apple butter, these soft and chewy treats are perfect for any occasion—be it a busy weeknight or a festive gathering. The delightful aroma of cinnamon and sugar fills your kitchen as you bake, while the gooey apple filling surprises your taste buds. Easy to make and even easier to share, these cookies promise smiles all around.

Ingredients

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  • 7 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3.5 ounces cold full-fat cream cheese
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar (packed)
  • 2 tablespoons unsulphured molasses
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1/3 cup cane granulated sugar (for rolling)
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon (for rolling)
  • 3/4 cup Musselman's apple butter
  • 4 tablespoons turbinado sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line three baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together unsalted butter, cold cream cheese, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and molasses until light and fluffy.
  3. Mix in the whole egg, egg yolk, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. Gradually incorporate flour, baking powder, cream of tartar, and salt until just combined.
  5. Roll dough into 2-tablespoon-sized balls coated in a mixture of cane sugar and cinnamon; create an indent in each ball to fill with apple butter.
  6. Bake for 8-12 minutes or until edges are set but centers remain soft.

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