GLAZED APPLE COOKIES

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I've had this recipe since my first child was little...now it's a favorite of my grandchildren! I like to use Jonathan apples in the recipe, but you can use the apple of your choice.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield about 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 19

1/2 cup shortening
1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 large egg, beaten
1 cup finely chopped peeled apples
1 cup chopped walnuts
1 cup raisins
1/4 cup apple juice or milk
2 cups all-purpose flour, divided
VANILLA GLAZE:
1-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
1 tablespoon butter
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon salt
2-1/2 tablespoons half-and-half cream

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine shortening, sugar, baking soda, spices and egg. Stir in apples, nuts, raisins, juice or milk and half of the flour; mix well. Blend in the remaining flour. Drop by heaping tablespoonfuls onto greased cookie sheets. Bake at 400° for 10-12 minutes. Combine glaze ingredients and frost cookies while warm.

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I tried making these cookies, but they turned out dry and crumbly. I'm not sure what I did wrong.


Raj Tmg
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I thought these cookies were just okay. I've had better.


brentonchristopher
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These cookies were a bit too sweet for my taste, but my kids loved them.


Ram Sahani
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I'm not usually a fan of apple cookies, but these were surprisingly delicious. The glaze really makes them.


Shinpo vVv
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These cookies are so good, I could eat them every day!


Rehan Saleem
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I made these cookies for my book club meeting and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them.


Timoor Khan
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These cookies are absolutely divine! The glaze is the perfect complement to the apples.


Nancy Tanda
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I've made these cookies several times now and they're always a crowd-pleaser. They're perfect for potlucks or bake sales.


Edgar Corona
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These cookies are so easy to make and they taste delicious. I love the combination of sweet and tart from the apples.


Davvy Kasper
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These apple cookies were a hit with my family! The glaze was the perfect finishing touch.