Ingredients for Apple Butter Cookies
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- Brown Sugar
- 2 large eggs
- Quick Cooking Oats
- ½ cup apple butter
- All Purpose Flour
- Baking Soda
- Baking Powder
- Salt
- ½ cup milk
- ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- ½ cup raisins (optional)
How to Make Apple Butter Cookies
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) softened unsalted butter and 1 ½ cups granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in 2 large eggs one at a time, then stir in 1 cup rolled oats and ½ cup apple butter.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg, and ¼ teaspoon ground cloves.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with ½ cup milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Beat until just combined.
- Stir in ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans and ½ cup raisins (optional).
- Cover the bowl and chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
- Drop rounded teaspoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown. Baking time may vary depending on your oven.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor
Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
49 g
Sugar
494g
Fat
73g
Carbs
63g
