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Apple Butter Sandwich Cookies

Delicious Apple Butter Sandwich Cookies for Cozy Days

These delicious Apple Butter Sandwich Cookies are soft, spiced delights perfect for fall indulgence.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 12 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Use unbleached flour for a nuttier flavor.
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Ensure it's at room temperature.
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar Can be partially swapped with brown sugar.
  • 3/4 cup Brown Sugar Adds moisture; either light or dark.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Make sure it’s fresh.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Freshly ground gives maximum flavor.
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Apple Butter Use homemade or store-bought.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar For dusting the tops.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • spatula
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Sift the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt into the mixture, folding gently until combined.
  4. Scoop rounded balls of dough onto baking sheets, flattening slightly, leaving space between each.
  5. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown. Let cool on baking sheets briefly.
  6. Spread a layer of apple butter on half of the cooled cookies and top with another cookie.
  7. Dust the tops with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 5mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Chill the dough for better shape and texture. Experiment with fillings and maintain freshness of ingredients for the best results.

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