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Apple Pie Sugar Cookies

Close-up of apple pie cookies, some with lattice crust and others with decorative frosting.
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Enjoy the comforting flavors of apple pie in a delightful sugar cookie. These cookies are perfect for fall baking and feature a spiced apple filling and a sweet buttercream frosting.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • For the Filling:
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1 teaspoon apple pie spice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • For Decoration:
  • Piping bags
  • Round piping tips
  • Optional: Cinnamon sugar for dusting

Instructions

  1. Cream together 1 cup softened butter and 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  2. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  5. Divide the dough in half, flatten into discs, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill for at least 30 minutes.
  6. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  7. On a lightly floured surface, roll out one disc of dough to about 1/4-inch thickness.
  8. Cut out shapes using cookie cutters. Place cookies on the prepared baking sheets.
  9. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Let cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. While the cookies cool, prepare the frosting. Beat 1 cup softened butter until creamy.
  11. Gradually add 3 cups powdered sugar, 1/4 cup applesauce, 1 teaspoon apple pie spice, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Beat until smooth and fluffy.
  12. Transfer frosting to piping bags fitted with round tips.
  13. Pipe a border of frosting on half of the cooled cookies.
  14. Fill the center of the border with a dollop of apple pie spiced frosting.
  15. Top with the remaining cookies, gently pressing to seal.
  16. Decorate as desired, perhaps with a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar.

Notes

  • For a pie spatula cookie effect, use a small spatula-shaped cookie cutter.
  • You can also use a simple apple pie spice blend for the filling.
  • Chill the dough thoroughly for easier handling and cleaner cut-outs.
  • These cookies are a wonderful addition to any fall gathering or holiday cookie exchange.
  • Consider using a meal planning service to simplify your baking schedule.

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