Apple Pie Cookies

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 1/2 cup white sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
• 1 cup peeled and chopped apples

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease cookie sheets.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt and cinnamon. Set aside.
3. In a large bowl, cream together butter, white sugar and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add egg and vanilla and beat until well blended.
5. Stir in the dry ingredients until just blended.
6. Mix in walnuts and apples.
7. Drop dough by rounded spoonfuls onto the prepared cookie sheets.
8. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes in the preheated oven, or until edges are lightly browned.

Interesting Facts

• Apple pie cookies are a delicious and easy alternative to traditional apple pies.
• Walnuts are a great source of omega-3 fatty acids and protein.
• Apple pie cookies make a great snack or dessert for any occasion.