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Apple Peanut Butter Cookies

Apple Peanut Butter Cookies

The ultimate indulgence awaits with these Apple Peanut Butter Cookies. Soft, chewy, and packed with fresh apples and creamy peanut butter, they’re the perfect treat for fall. Warm out of the oven or enjoyed later, these cookies will satisfy your sweet tooth and bring happiness to any gathering.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 48 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter such as Skippy
  • 1 cup unsalted butter at softened room temperature
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ cup peeled and grated apple see Notes
  • ½ cup peeled and ¼"-diced apple see Notes

Equipment

  • Cutting Board
  • Grater
  • Oven
  • Whisk
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Peeler
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
  2. In a large bowl, with an electric mixer, cream butter, sugar, and brown sugar on medium-high speed until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Scrape down the bowl 2 to 3 times during this time.
  3. Add peanut butter and mix to incorporate. Then beat in eggs and vanilla.
  4. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Add dry ingredients to the peanut butter mixture and mix until fully incorporated.
  5. Now fold in the grated and diced apple, just until evenly incorporated.
  6. Drop about 2 tablespoons of dough onto an ungreased baking sheet, about 2" apart. I like to use a medium scoop (mine is 1⅝" diameter), loaded just a bit generously.
  7. Bake for 12 to 14 minutes, or until golden brown. Let cool on baking sheet for 2 minutes before removing to wire racks to cool completely.

Notes

  • Apple varieties: I recommend using a firm, flavorful baking apple for these cookies. Favorite varieties include Haralson, Honeycrisp, and Granny Smith.
  • To grate apples: First, remove the peel on the apples. Then use the large holes on a box grater to create the grated apple. If you have any long strands of apple, use a knife to chop them up a bit.