Print

Cozy Apple Sugar Cookies Recipe with Easy Cinnamon Cream Cheese Frosting

apple sugar cookies - featured image
Print Recipe

Soft, buttery apple-infused sugar cookies topped with a cozy cinnamon cream cheese frosting, perfect for fall gatherings and cozy afternoons.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 ¾ cups (345 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (227 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 medium apple, peeled and finely grated (Fuji or Honeycrisp recommended)
  • 8 oz (227 g) cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup (113 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups (240 g) powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  2. Peel and finely grate 1 medium apple. Press gently with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour, 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and ½ teaspoon salt. Set aside.
  4. In a large bowl, beat 1 cup softened unsalted butter and 1 cup granulated sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3 to 4 minutes.
  5. Beat in 1 large egg and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until combined.
  6. Gradually add the flour mixture, mixing just until combined. Then gently fold in the grated apple, avoiding overmixing.
  7. Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to drop dough balls about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
  8. Bake for 12-14 minutes until edges start to turn golden but centers remain soft. Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  9. While cookies cool, beat together 8 oz softened cream cheese and ½ cup softened unsalted butter until smooth.
  10. Gradually add 2 cups sifted powdered sugar, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Beat until fluffy and creamy.
  11. Once cookies are completely cooled, spread a generous layer of cinnamon cream cheese frosting on each cookie using an offset spatula or butter knife.
  12. Optional: Chill frosted cookies in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes for firmer frosting.

Notes

Press grated apple gently to remove excess moisture to avoid soggy dough. Cream butter and sugar until pale and fluffy for tender cookies. Watch baking time carefully to prevent burning edges. Use softened cream cheese and butter for smooth frosting. Optional chilling of frosted cookies firms frosting.

Nutrition

Keywords: apple sugar cookies, cinnamon cream cheese frosting, fall cookies, cozy dessert, easy sugar cookies, apple dessert, soft cookies

Find it online: https://bitematrix.com/cozy-apple-sugar-cookies-recipe-with-easy-cinnamon-cream-cheese-frosting/