Delicious Apple Raisin Cookies Recipe

These apple raisin cookies are soft, chewy, and perfectly spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg. The combination of sweet apples and plump raisins makes these cookies a favorite for dessert or snacking.

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 2 eggs
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 cup raisins
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar. Add eggs and applesauce, mix well.
3. In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Gradually add to wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
4. Fold in raisins and walnuts, if using.
5. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto prepared baking sheets. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until cookies are set and lightly golden brown.
6. Allow cookies to cool on baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
7. Enjoy these apple raisin cookies with a glass of cold milk or a cup of hot tea!

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