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Vanilla Glazed Apple Cookies

Vanilla Glazed Apple Cookies

Soft apple-studded cookies finished with a silky vanilla glaze. Cozy spice, tender centers, and lightly crisp edges.
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 32 minutes
Servings: 24

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 0.75 tsp baking powder
  • 0.5 tsp baking soda
  • 0.5 tsp fine salt
  • 1.25 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 0.25 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 0.75 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 0.75 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg room temperature
  • 1.5 tsp vanilla extract for the cookie dough
  • 1.5 cup peeled apples, finely diced about 2 medium
  • 1 tsp lemon juice to toss with apples
  • 1.25 cup powdered sugar for the glaze
  • 1.25 tsp vanilla extract for the glaze
  • 2.5 tbsp milk for the glaze, more as needed
  • 0.125 tsp fine salt pinch, for the glaze

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment.
  • Toss the diced apples with lemon juice, then blot away excess moisture with a paper towel.
  • Whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a medium bowl.
  • Cream softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
  • Beat in the egg and vanilla until smooth and combined.
  • Add the dry mixture to the bowl and mix on low just until no dry spots remain.
  • Fold in the apples until evenly dispersed; do not overmix.
  • Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart. Gently flatten tops.
  • Bake 11–13 minutes, until edges are set and lightly golden.
  • Cool on the sheet 5 minutes, then transfer to a rack to cool completely.
  • Whisk powdered sugar, vanilla, milk, and a pinch of salt until smooth and pourable.
  • Drizzle glaze over cooled cookies and let set 15 minutes before serving.

Notes

Try stirring in a handful of chopped toasted pecans for crunch, or finish with a sprinkle of flaky salt over the glaze. Store cookies airtight at room temperature for 2–3 days, or refrigerate up to 1 week; glaze will firm as they sit.
This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic Vanilla Glazed Apple Cookies flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.