1-Getting started: with this apple butter snickerdoodle cookies recipe with warm spices is easier than you might think. First, line three baking sheets with parchment paper and preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) to set the stage for perfect baking. In a mixer,cream the butter, cream cheese, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and molasses on low speed for about 3 minutes until the mixture is light and fluffy, then scrape down the bowl to ensure everything is well incorporated.

2-Next, add the egg, egg yolk, and vanilla extract, mixing well and scraping down the bowl again for a smooth blend. In another bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, cream of tartar, and salt, then mix them into the wet ingredients on low speed until just combined. For a useful tip, check out our baking tips section to perfect your technique.

3-Now, in a small bowl, mix the cane granulated sugar and ground cinnamon. Roll 2 tablespoon-sized dough balls in this mixture until fully coated and place them on the baking sheets. Use the back of a round tablespoon to make an indent in the center of each dough ball, fill it with 1/2 tablespoon of apple butter, and sprinkle the top with turbinado sugar for that extra crunch.

4-Bake the cookies, spaced 2 to 3 inches apart, for 8 to 12 minutes or until the edges are set, then cool them completely on a wire rack. This process yields about 27 cookies with a prep time of 45 minutes and cook time of 12 minutes, making it a quick treat. Remember, for more ideas on snickerdoodle cookies, you can explore our cookie recipes to vary your baking adventures.