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Cozy Soft Snickerdoodles Recipe Easy Homemade Cookies with Apple Decorations

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Soft and fluffy snickerdoodle cookies coated in cinnamon sugar and topped with charming apple-shaped decorations, perfect for cozy fall gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ¾ cups (345 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ teaspoons cream of tartar
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (227 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 ½ cups (300 g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • ¼ cup (50 g) granulated sugar (for cinnamon sugar coating)
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon (for cinnamon sugar coating)
  • 1 small red apple (firm, crisp variety like Gala or Honeycrisp)
  • Juice of half a lemon

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, beat softened butter and granulated sugar with an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. In a small bowl, mix granulated sugar and ground cinnamon for the coating.
  7. Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, roll dough into 1 ½-inch balls. Roll each ball in the cinnamon sugar mixture until fully coated.
  8. Place dough balls 2 inches apart on baking sheets. Chill dough for 15 minutes if desired to reduce spreading.
  9. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, until edges are set but centers are still soft. Do not overbake.
  10. Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  11. Thinly slice the red apple into leaf shapes and soak in lemon juice to prevent browning.
  12. Gently press one apple slice onto the top of each warm cookie to decorate.

Notes

Use room temperature eggs and softened (not melted) butter for best texture. Chill dough for 15 minutes to reduce spreading if your kitchen is warm. Add apple decorations just before serving to keep them fresh. Store cookies with a slice of bread to maintain softness. For vegan or gluten-free versions, substitute ingredients as noted in the recipe.

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