Apple Cookies

Apple cookies are a delicious alternative to traditional sweets. Here is a basic recipe, with an Italian touch that I hope you will like.

Ingredients

• 300g of all-purpose flour
• 100g of brown sugar
• 100g of butter at room temperature
• 1 large egg
• 1 large apple (Italian variant: Renetta apple)
• 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
• 1 pinch of salt
• 1/2 packet of baking powder
• Grated zest of 1 lemon (for a fresh touch)

Preparation

1. Start by preheating the oven to 180 °C (160 °C if fan-assisted).
2. Peel and cut the apple into very small pieces.
3. In a bowl, mix the flour with the brown sugar, cinnamon, pinch of salt, and baking powder.
4. Add the soft butter to the dry ingredients mix and work with your hands or a fork to get a sandy mixture.
5. Incorporate the egg and grated lemon zest into the mixture and mix until you get a uniform dough.
6. Lastly, add the apple pieces to the dough and mix gently.
7. Spoon dollops of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving some space between each cookie.
8. Bake in the oven for about 15-18 minutes or until the cookies are golden brown.
9. Let the cookies cool on a wire rack before serving.

Did you know?

The Renetta apple is appreciated in Italy for its mealy texture and balanced flavor, perfect for pastry. If you find it, its sweetness and ability to break down during cooking will make your cookies even more special!

These cookies can be enjoyed as a sweet snack throughout the day or as a perfect complement to tea or coffee. If you wish, you can also add a few drops of vanilla essence for a richer aroma. Enjoy your baking and bon appétit!