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Apple Pie Spice Drop Cookies

December 12, 2019 26 Comments

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These Apple Pie Spice Drop Cookies have the flavors of your favorite classic dessert, all wrapped up in one delicious cookie!

Overhead photo of loaf pan filled with apple pie spice drop cookies on a wooden board

‘Tis the season folks! Cookie season that is!

I popped in Monday and shared that crazy delish Slow Cooker Chicken Tinga, so now it’s time for our weekly dose of all things Christmas cookie.

Overhead photo of loaf pan filled with apple pie spice drop cookies

Since I’m a huge fan of apple pie, but don’t make it as often as I’d like because I’m sort of challenged in the pie crimping/decorating department, I decided to make a cookie this holiday season that’s reminiscent of the classic dessert.

What does apple pie spice contain?

The spices found in apple pie spice are cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice and ginger.

Loaf pan filled with apple pie spice drop cookies

These warm spices come together to make a super simple delicious drop cookie.

And who doesn’t like an easy drop cookie when you’re busier than busy and need to crank out a few dozen for the holiday cookie party?!

Overhead photo of tray with pre-baked apple pie spice drop cookies

The dough takes minutes to prepare and there’s no need to chill. Just scoop, flatten a bit with the bottom of a glass, sprinkle with some pretty pure cane sugar and bake.

Overhead photo of baked apple pie spice drop cookies

They’re chewy and buttery with hints of cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice and ginger.

The perfect cozy cookie to add to your holiday tray this season! Enjoy!

Overhead photo of loaf pan filled with apple pie spice cookies on a wooden board

 

A Few Cook’s Notes for Apple Pie Spice Drop Cookies Recipe:

To make things easy, you can also use store-bought apple pie spice if you’d like. McCormick’s brand makes one.

If you use store-bought, use 1 tablespoon for this recipe.

I used my 1 1/2-inch cookie scoop to scoop my cookie dough into balls. The amount of cookies will depend on the size balls you make. If you don’t have a cookie scoop, use roughly one heaping tablespoonful of dough to form into balls.

 

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Apple Pie Spice Drop Cookies
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
25 mins
 

These Apple Pie Spice Drop Cookies have the flavors of your favorite classic dessert, all wrapped up in one delicious cookie!

Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: cookies
Servings: 30 cookies
Calories: 121 kcal
Author: MaryAnn Dwyer
Ingredients
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon
  • 3/4 tsp. nutmeg
  • 1/2 tsp. allspice
  • 1/4 tsp. ground ginger
  • 1 tsp. baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp. baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1 tsp. vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup pure cane sugar, for rolling
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.

  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, ginger, baking powder, baking soda and salt.

  3. In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, beat butter and sugar on medium-high speed until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. Add egg, applesauce and vanilla extract and continue to beat until smooth, scraping the sides of the bowl with a spatula, as needed. Reduce the speed to low and slowly add the flour mixture mixing until just incorporated. Do not overmix.

  4. Scoop dough with a 1 1/2-inch cookie scoop and form into balls. Roll the balls in the pure cane sugar. Place on prepared sheet 2 inches apart. Flatten each cookie slightly with the bottom of a glass. Bake for 10-11 minutes until edges of cookies are set. Let cool slightly on sheet, then remove to wire racks. Repeat with remaining dough.

  5. Store cooled cookies at room temperature in an airtight container for up to five days.

Nutrition Facts
Apple Pie Spice Drop Cookies
Amount Per Serving
Calories 121 Calories from Fat 45
% Daily Value*
Fat 5g8%
Saturated Fat 3g19%
Cholesterol 20mg7%
Sodium 58mg3%
Potassium 32mg1%
Carbohydrates 18g6%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 10g11%
Protein 1g2%
Vitamin A 158IU3%
Vitamin C 1mg1%
Calcium 14mg1%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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Comments

  1. 2pots2cook says

    December 12, 2019 at 8:42 am

    There is no better dessert than the one made with apples or apple spices. Printing this one to keep!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      December 13, 2019 at 10:44 am

      Hope you give them a try Davorka!

      Reply
  2. Cheyanne says

    December 12, 2019 at 8:49 am

    I absolutely love apple pie, but like you I rarely (if ever) make it – too time consuming and I stink at pie crusts. So anytime I see apple pie spice in a treat i swoon!! Needless to say, I’m totally smitten for these cookies!!! Plus, I love that they are so easy to make!!! Cookie heaven! Pinned!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      December 13, 2019 at 10:44 am

      I’m talentless at pie crimping Chey! Ugh! These are soooo easy!

      Reply
  3. Marissa says

    December 12, 2019 at 9:41 am

    You make the best cookies, Mary Ann! Love the pie spices in these. They remind me of the cinnamon pie crust that my granny would make with her leftover pie dough, one of my fondest childhood food memories! Also love that these would make a beautiful edible gift for a friend or host/hostess this holiday season!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      December 13, 2019 at 10:55 am

      Awww, thanks so much Marissa! These are perfect for gifting any time of year!

      Reply
  4. Geraldine | Green Valley Kitchen says

    December 12, 2019 at 10:45 am

    Your cookies and desserts are always so creative, Mary Ann. Love these apple pie spice cookies – so simple and good – love the ginger in there. Looking forward to trying these – pinning too!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      December 13, 2019 at 10:55 am

      Thanks so much Geraldine! Hope you’re having a wonderful holiday season!

      Reply
  5. annie@ciaochowbambina says

    December 12, 2019 at 10:46 am

    Can’t wait to try these! Apple Pie is one of my favorite desserts – these will surely be a hit! Pinned!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      December 13, 2019 at 10:55 am

      Thanks Annie! Enjoy!

      Reply
  6. Jennifer @ Seasons and Suppers says

    December 12, 2019 at 11:18 am

    Love the apple pie spice flavouring for these cookies and they look absolutely perfect! I never tire of apple flavours, so I will be adding these to my baking list.

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      December 13, 2019 at 10:56 am

      Enjoy Jennifer!

      Reply
  7. Leanne says

    December 12, 2019 at 12:56 pm

    I have everything I need to make these cookies, even the apple pie spice! Love the ease of a drop cookie! I’ll be adding these to the list to make this season!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      December 13, 2019 at 10:56 am

      Yay! Enjoy Leanne!

      Reply
  8. Kelsie | the itsy-bitsy kitchen says

    December 12, 2019 at 2:45 pm

    Sign me up for two batches! These sound wonderful, Mary Ann!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      December 13, 2019 at 10:56 am

      Woohoo!

      Reply
  9. Katherine | Love In My Oven says

    December 12, 2019 at 4:28 pm

    I think you already know I’m a big fan of apple spice. Why not add it into a cookie!? These look so delicious! Drop cookies are the best!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      December 13, 2019 at 10:56 am

      I love easy drop cookies this time of year too Katherine!

      Reply
  10. Gerlinde@ Sunnycovechef says

    December 12, 2019 at 9:50 pm

    Mary Ann, what great looking cookies and all the different flavors with the applesauce make them irresistible tasty. I should try them .

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      December 13, 2019 at 10:57 am

      Hope you give them a go Gerlinde!

      Reply
  11. Kathy @ Beyond the Chicken Coop says

    December 13, 2019 at 8:46 am

    I love making Christmas cookies and this is a great one to add to the mix. You just can’t go wrong with apple pie spice and these would be perfect with a warm mug of hot chocolate!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      December 13, 2019 at 10:57 am

      Perfect Kathy! Hope you try them!

      Reply
  12. Kevin says

    December 18, 2019 at 2:12 pm

    Apple pie cookies, say what!? These sound like they will be a great addition to the baking season, tasty photos!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      December 18, 2019 at 2:57 pm

      Thanks Kev!

      Reply

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