Description
These applesauce cookies offer an irresistible flavor with simple preparation. Made with wholesome ingredients like applesauce and spices, they are perfect for a sweet treat any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ½ cups (12 ½ oz/355 g) all-purpose flour
- ¾ teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup (4 oz/115 g) applesauce
- 1 ¼ cups (8 oz/225 g) dark brown sugar
- ½ cup (4 oz/115 g) granulated sugar
- ¼ cup (2 oz/57 g) cinnamon sugar, for rolling
- ¾ cup (6 oz/170 g) butter, melted
Instructions
- Whisk together flour, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl.
- In another bowl, mix egg, applesauce, brown sugar, granulated sugar, and melted butter until smooth.
- Fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients, then chill the dough for at least two hours until firm enough to scoop.
Notes
Chilling the dough is crucial for the right texture.
These cookies can be rolled in cinnamon sugar before baking for extra flavor.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg