Grandma Dot's Apple Cookie Recipe
It may not be Fall right now but that doesn't mean we can't still enjoy yummy apple baked goods! This recipe is for a soft-baked cookie - lightly spiced and not too sweet, just perfect.
Besides, it's my Grandma's recipe so you know it has to be good.
Now I never actually met my Grandma Dot - she passed away before I was born. But from the stories I’ve heard she was a hard worker, very outspoken, and feisty. Whenever I make these cookies I think of her and am honored to carry on a piece of her. We make these cookies pretty regularly throughout the year, especially when we get together with family (they are my Dad’s favorite cookies).
Before you start don't forget to read our 5 Tips for Making Perfect Cookies - Everytime!
Grandma Dot's Apple Cookies
Makes about 3 dozen, 2-inch cookies.
CREAM
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup shortening
- 1 tsp vanilla
- Add 2 beaten eggs
COMBINE
- 2 cups flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp allspice
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
Sift dry ingredients together and add to creamed mixture.
Fold in 1 1/2 cups diced raw, unpeeled apples, coated with 1 tbsp brown sugar. (I usually chop my apples a little on the bigger side.) Dough will be crumbly.
Drop by small teaspoons full and BAKE at 375 degrees for 8-10 minutes.
These cookies are best enjoyed the same day you make them; they tend to get soggy the longer they sit because of the moisture in the apples. Usually they're gobbled up fast though, so this generally isn't an issue.
