Spiced Apple Cinnamon Snickerdoodle Cookies

Spiced Apple Cinnamon Snickerdoodle Cookies bring together the warm flavors of fall in one irresistible bite. These cookies take the classic snickerdoodle,soft, chewy, and coated in cinnamon sugar,and give it a seasonal twist with apple spice and warm spices like nutmeg, cloves, and allspice. The result is a cookie that’s cozy, aromatic, and absolutely perfect for autumn gatherings, Thanksgiving dessert tables, or Christmas cookie swaps.

Unlike ordinary cookies, snickerdoodles have a signature tangy flavor from cream of tartar, which balances the sweetness beautifully. By adding apple flavoring or finely diced dried apples to the dough, these cookies get a subtle fruitiness that pairs perfectly with the spiced sugar coating. Enjoy them with hot cider, coffee, or tea for the ultimate fall treat.

Ingredients

For the Cookies:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons cream of tartar
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ½ teaspoon nutmeg
• ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
• ¼ teaspoon allspice
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ½ teaspoon apple extract (or ½ cup finely diced dried apples)

For the Cinnamon-Sugar Coating:

• ¼ cup granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
• ½ teaspoon apple pie spice (optional, for extra flavor)

Preparation

Step 1: Cream Butter and Sugar

• In a large mixing bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
• Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla and apple extract (if using).

Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients

• In another bowl, whisk together flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and allspice.

Step 3: Combine Dough

• Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet ingredients until a soft dough forms.
• If using dried apples, fold them in at this stage.

Step 4: Chill Dough

• Cover bowl with plastic wrap and chill in refrigerator for 30–45 minutes. This helps cookies hold their shape and develop flavor.

Step 5: Roll and Coat

• Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
• Mix sugar, cinnamon, and apple pie spice in a small bowl.
• Roll dough into 1-inch balls and coat each one in the spiced sugar mixture.

Step 6: Bake

• Place cookies on a parchment-lined baking sheet, about 2 inches apart.
• Bake for 8–10 minutes until edges are set but centers look soft.
• Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks.

Variations

• Apple Pie Snickerdoodles: Add ½ cup apple pie filling pieces (drained well) into the dough for extra fruitiness.
• Glazed Version: Drizzle cooled cookies with apple cider glaze (powdered sugar + apple cider).
• Chewy & Chunky: Stir in white chocolate chips or caramel bits for extra richness.
• Gluten-Free: Use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.

Serving Suggestions

• Serve warm with spiced apple cider, chai tea, or hot chocolate.
• Package in festive tins for holiday gifts.
• Add to Thanksgiving dessert platters alongside pumpkin pie and apple crisp.

Timing

• Prep Time: 20 minutes (plus chilling)
• Cooking Time: 10 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour

Nutritional Information (per cookie, about 24 cookies)

• Calories: 140
• Protein: 2g
• Sodium: 80mg

Conclusion

Spiced Apple Cinnamon Snickerdoodle Cookies are the ultimate fall cookie,soft, chewy, warm with cinnamon spice, and kissed with apple flavor. Perfect for cozy evenings, cookie swaps, and holiday dessert spreads, these cookies bring the essence of fall to every bite. With simple ingredients and big flavor, they’re sure to become a seasonal baking tradition.