Savor the essence of fall with these Frosted Apple Cinnamon Cookies. Each bite offers a heartwarming blend of tangy apple chunks and sweet cinnamon bursts, complemented by a velvety cream cheese heart. A perfect treat to enjoy the cozy comfort of the season.
Ingredients:
For the Apple Cinnamon Cookie:
- 1 cup of cold butter, cubed for easy mixing
- 1 1/2 cups of brown sugar, for a deep, caramel-like sweetness
- 2 large eggs, to add structure and richness
- 1 tsp of vanilla extract, for a classic flavor base
- 4 cups of flour (520 grams), for a soft and tender crumb
- 2 tbsp of cornstarch, to help thicken the batter
- 1 tsp of baking soda, to ensure a perfect rise
- 1/2 tsp of ground cinnamon, for that spicy warmth
- 1/2 tsp of salt, to balance the sweetness
- 1 cup of cinnamon chips, for an extra cinnamon kick
- 1/2 cup of white chocolate chips, for creamy pockets of sweetness
- 1/2 cup of apple, cut into thin chunks, for a fresh, juicy crunch
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 4 oz of cream cheese, for a tangy twist
- 1/4 cup of butter, for richness
- 1 1/2 cups of powdered sugar, for smooth sweetness
- 1 tsp of vanilla extract, to complement the cream cheese
Instructions:
- Start with the frosting: Whip together cream cheese and butter until smooth, then blend in powdered sugar and vanilla. Scoop small portions onto parchment paper and freeze.
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Cream the butter and brown sugar until fluffy, then mix in the eggs and vanilla.
- Gently fold in the flour, cornstarch, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Stir in the cinnamon and white chocolate chips, along with the apple chunks.
- Encase a scoop of the frozen cream cheese frosting with the cookie dough and place on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 9-11 minutes. Optional: Drizzle with a thinned-out portion of the cream cheese frosting.
- Store any leftovers in the refrigerator to keep them fresh for 3-4 days.
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