Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup (200g) brown sugar, packed
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) milk
  • 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon (2.5g) ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon (3g) salt
  • 1 teaspoon (5g) baking soda
  • 1 cup (150g) peeled and finely diced apple
  • 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons (30ml) milk or heavy cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon (2.5ml) vanilla extract

Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the egg and milk until the mixture is smooth.
  4. Whisk together flour, cinnamon, salt, and baking soda in a separate bowl, then gradually stir into the wet ingredients until just combined.
  5. Gently fold in the finely diced apples using a spatula to avoid overworking the dough.
  6. Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart.
  7. Bake for 12–15 minutes until the edges are set and the tops look matte, but still feel soft to the touch.
  8. Allow cookies to cool on the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  9. Whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth, then glaze the cookies while slightly warm.