Spiced Apple Cream Sandwich Cookies

Apple Cream Pennies Recipe 🍏🍪

Cook Time: 11 minutes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 26 minutes
Yield: 6 dozen cookies

Description:

Indulge in the delightful taste of Apple Cream Pennies! These cookies are a household favorite, boasting a delectable combination of spiced apple butter and creamy filling. Perfect for any occasion, these treats are sure to impress your family and friends.

Ingredients:

• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup dark brown sugar
• 1/2 cup white sugar
• 1 cup salted butter, softened
• 2 eggs
• 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• 8 ounces cream cheese
• 1/4 cup white sugar
• 1/4 cup apple butter

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C) and prepare ungreased baking sheets.

2. Combine dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt until well mixed. Set aside.

3. Prepare wet ingredients: In a large bowl, blend the dark brown sugar and white sugar using an electric mixer set to medium speed until you achieve a grainy paste texture.

4. Incorporate butter: Add the softened salted butter to the sugar mixture and continue mixing until it forms a creamy paste, ensuring to scrape down the sides of the bowl to fully incorporate the ingredients.

5. Add eggs and vanilla: Beat in the eggs and pure vanilla extract at medium speed until the mixture becomes light and fluffy.

6. Combine dry and wet ingredients: Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, blending at low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix the dough.

7. Shape dough: Roll the dough into marble-sized balls and place them onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 1 inch apart.

8. Bake: Place the baking sheets in the preheated oven and bake for 10-11 minutes, ensuring not to brown the cookies.

9. Cool: Once baked, transfer the cookies to a cool, flat surface using a spatula and allow them to cool completely.

10. Prepare the filling: In a separate medium bowl, using an electric mixer set to medium speed, blend the cream cheese and white sugar until fluffy. Add the apple butter and continue beating until smooth and thoroughly combined.

11. Assemble the sandwiches: Using a small knife, spread approximately 1 teaspoon of the apple cream filling onto the bottom half of each cooled cookie. Then, top with another cookie to create a sandwich.

12. Serve: Repeat the filling and sandwiching process with the remaining cookies until they are all assembled.

Nutrition Facts (per serving):

• Calories: 876.6
• Fat: 46g
• Saturated Fat: 28.3g
• Cholesterol: 193.4mg
• Sodium: 572.1mg
• Carbohydrates: 106.8g
• Fiber: 1.6g
• Sugar: 65g
• Protein: 10.7g

Tips:

• For an extra burst of flavor, consider adding a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg to the dough.
• These cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for longer freshness.
• Experiment with different flavors of fruit butter for a unique twist on this classic recipe.
• If you prefer a thinner filling, you can adjust the amount of cream cheese and sugar to suit your taste preferences.
• Get creative with your cookie shapes by using cookie cutters for festive occasions like Christmas or Thanksgiving.

Keywords:

Lunch/Snacks, Cookie & Brownie, Apple, Fruit, Kid Friendly, Christmas, Thanksgiving, < 30 Mins, Oven, Easy

Enjoy your Apple Cream Pennies! 🍏🍪