Sugar Cookies Recipe

Name: Sugar Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup applesauce; 1/4 cup butter; 1 1/2 cups sifted sugar; 1 egg; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1/2 teaspoon almond extract; 2 1/2 cups sifted flour; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 1 sheet parchment paper

Servings: persons

3/4 cup applesauce
1/4 cup butter
1 1/2 cups sifted sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
2 1/2 cups sifted flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 sheet parchment paper

1
Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
2
Make the applesauce - store bought will work as well, but you will have to adjust the sugar to taste. Core, peel and slice 2 medium sweet apples. Puree in a food processor, adding water .5 tbsp at a time until applesauce consistency is reached.
3
Cream applesauce, butter and sugar in a mixer.
4
Add egg, vanilla and almond extracts, and lemon juice.
5
Mix flour and baking soda. Blend into wet mixture a half cup at a time.
6
Drop onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper by tablespoons.
7
Bake at 375 degrees for 10-12 minutes, until the cookies are lightly browned and still soft.
8
Let cool to firmness on parchment paper, then transfer to a plate or cooling rack.

732

kcal

Calories

Fat

139

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 cup applesauce, 1/4 cup butter, 1 1/2 cups sifted sugar, 1 egg, and more.

Yes, Sugar Cookies falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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