Description
These soft and chewy fall treats feature freshly shredded Granny Smith apples and a luxurious brown sugar glaze. This handheld version of a classic fairground snack balances the tartness of crisp fruit with a rich, buttery caramel finish, topped with toasted pecans for a sophisticated dessert. Perfect for autumn gatherings or a cozy afternoon treat.
Ingredients
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
0.5 tsp baking soda
0.5 tsp salt
1 tsp ground cinnamon
0.5 tsp ground nutmeg
1 cup Granny Smith apples, peeled and finely shredded
1 tsp lemon juice
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 cup brown sugar, lightly packed
1 large egg
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 cup apple juice concentrate, icy cold
1/2 cup toasted pecans, chopped
For glaze: 1/4 cup butter, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 1 tbsp milk
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
Whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a medium mixing bowl.
Toss the shredded apples with lemon juice in a separate bowl to prevent oxidation.
Cream the butter and brown sugar in a stand mixer until the mixture looks pale and fluffy.
Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until fully incorporated.
Slowly add half the flour mixture, then the apple juice concentrate, and finish with the remaining flour.
Fold in the shredded apples including their juices.
Scoop dough into 1.5-inch balls and place on a lined baking sheet.
Bake for 12 minutes.
Prepare the glaze by melting butter and brown sugar together, whisking in milk, then drizzle over cooled cookies and top with toasted pecans.
Notes
Keep the apple juice concentrate ice cold to ensure the dough maintains its structure. Use a standard 1.5-inch cookie scoop for uniform size. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 12
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 195
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 145mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg