Ingredients and Weight:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups applesauce
- 1 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 30 minutes
- Cooking Time: 15-20 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- In a medium bowl, combine flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add egg and vanilla extract and mix well.
- Stir in the flour mixture until just combined.
- Mix in the applesauce and walnuts (if using).
- Drop cookies by rounded spoonfuls onto ungreased cookie sheets, spacing them out evenly.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: Each cookie provides about 250 calories, depending on the ingredients used and the size of the cookies.
- Fat: Contains about 12g of fat, mostly from the butter and walnuts.
- Carbohydrates: Provides about 35g of carbohydrates from flour, sugar, and applesauce.
- Protein: Contains about 3g of protein from the flour and walnuts.
Dish Characteristics:
- These cookies are a classic American-style cookie with a unique applesauce flavor that gives them a slight tangy taste.
- The addition of walnuts adds a crunchy texture and a rich flavor.
- The cookies are soft and chewy with a slightly crispy edge.
User Comments:
- "These cookies are delicious! The applesauce gives them a unique flavor that I really enjoy."
- "I added chocolate chips to these cookies and they were even better! Highly recommended."
- "These cookies are perfect for fall when you want something warm and cozy."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use softened butter for creaming with the sugar, as this step is crucial for the texture of the cookies.
- Adjust the amount of applesauce based on your preference for a tangier or more sweet cookie.
- For best results, use fresh ingredients from the supermarket to ensure quality and freshness.
