Apple and cinnamon cookies are a simple yet fragrant treat, perfect for accompanying a cup of tea or a fall breakfast. The soft dough welcomes pieces of fresh apple and a spicy touch of cinnamon, giving off a cozy aroma even during baking.
If you are a cookie lover, don’t miss these recipes:
- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Very cheap
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Portions: 20 pieces
- Cooking methods: Oven
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup almond flour
- 7 tbsp butter
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 vial lemon flavor
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 egg
- 1 Golden apple (about 200 grams)
- 1 tsp baking powder
Steps
To make the apple and cinnamon cookies, start by placing the all-purpose flour, sugar, almond flour (alternatively, you can finely chop whole almonds), ground cinnamon, and baking powder in the bowl of a mixer (or food processor). Turn on the mixer to mix all the dry ingredients.
Next, add the cold butter cut into cubes. Blend until you get a sandy consistency. Then incorporate the egg and lemon flavor, and turn on the mixer again for a few seconds, just long enough to absorb the egg. Transfer the mixture to a work surface or a large bowl and knead briefly to compact everything. Don’t worry if the dough still seems a bit loose.
Peel the apple, remove the core, cut it into small pieces, and add it to the dough. Work the mixture with your hands: the moisture from the apple will help make it more homogeneous.
With your hands, form balls, flatten them slightly and place them on a baking tray lined with parchment paper. Bake in a preheated static oven at 350°F for 20/25 minutes.
Once baking is complete, take them out of the oven and let them cool on a wire rack. If you like, you can sprinkle them with a little powdered sugar.
Storing Apple and Cinnamon Cookies
The cookies keep for 3-4 days in an airtight container, at room temperature.
For an even tastier version, you can enrich the dough with chocolate chips: a simple addition that will make them even more irresistible.
