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Apple Butter Sandwich Cookies

Apple Butter Sandwich Cookies
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Apple Butter Sandwich Cookies are a delightful treat that captures the essence of fall in every bite. With their rich, spiced flavors from the apple butter and warm spices, these cookies offer a unique twist on traditional dessert sandwiches. Each cookie is filled with creamy apple butter buttercream, making them perfect for any occasion—from cozy afternoons to festive gatherings. Easy to make and utterly satisfying, these cookies are sure to impress your friends and family while bringing a touch of homemade goodness to your table.

Ingredients

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  • ¾ cup (170 grams) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup (220 grams) firmly packed dark brown sugar
  • ¼ cup (50 grams) granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg (50 grams), room temperature
  • ½ teaspoon (2 grams) vanilla extract
  • 2¼ cups (281 grams) all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons (6 grams) kosher salt
  • 1½ teaspoons (3 grams) apple pie spice
  • 1 teaspoon (2 grams) ground cinnamon
  • ¾ teaspoon (3.75 grams) baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon (2 grams) cream of tartar
  • Turbinado sugar, for rolling
  • ¼ cup (75 grams) apple butter

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a stand mixer, cream softened unsalted butter with dark brown sugar and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in the egg and vanilla extract.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, apple pie spice, ground cinnamon, baking soda, cream of tartar, and kosher salt. Gradually combine with the wet mixture until just mixed.
  4. Scoop dough into balls, roll in turbinado sugar, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  5. Bake for 13-16 minutes until edges are set; cool before assembling with apple butter buttercream and apple butter filling.

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