Civil War Applesauce Cookies

During the Civil War, ingredients such as butter and sugar were scarce, so applesauce was often used as a substitute to add sweetness and moisture to baked goods.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 55 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.

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Civil War Applesauce Cookies

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Dessert, Snack Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 10 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 55 mins

Servings: 24 Calories: 2880

Best Season: Fall

Ingredients

Servings

• 0.5 cup Butter
• 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 Egg
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
• 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Applesauce
• 0.5 cup Raisins
• 0.5 cup Chopped walnuts

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
2. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing well.
4. Stir in the applesauce, raisins, and chopped walnuts.
5. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto greased baking sheets.
6. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until lightly golden brown.
7. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
8. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 24

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 120kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5g8%

Total Carbohydrate 18g6%

Sugars 10g

Protein 1g2%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.