Apple-Filled Cookies: Soft Homemade Biscuits with Cinnamon Apple Filling

These apple-filled cookies are soft, fragrant pastries with a rich homemade apple filling made from fresh apples, cinnamon, raisins, and a touch of vanilla. Wrapped in a tender buttery dough, each cookie bakes into a golden, lightly crisp exterior with a sweet, aromatic center.

This traditional-style dessert is simple to prepare and perfect for autumn baking, holiday trays, or everyday coffee treats. The apple filling cooks down into a thick, jam-like mixture that pairs beautifully with the delicate pastry dough.

Apple-Filled Cookies: Soft Homemade Biscuits with Cinnamon Apple Filling

Recipe by George Zolis

5.0 from 1 vote

Course: DessertCuisine: GreekDifficulty: Easy

Servings

15

biscuits

Prep time

30

minutes

Cooking time

30

minutes

Calories

220

kcal

Total time

1

hour 

Soft apple-filled cookies with cinnamon, raisins, and vanilla wrapped in a tender buttery dough. A comforting homemade dessert perfect for coffee or tea.

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Ingredients

Metric US

• Dough

• 130 g 1/2 cup Yogurt

• 110 g 1/2 cup Cold Butter

• 50 g 1/4 cup Sugar

• 2 2 Egg Yolks

• 350 g 2 3/4 cup All-purpose Flour

• 1 tsp 1 tsp Baking Powder

• 1 pinch 1 pinch Salt

• 1 1 Vanillin Capsule

• Apple Filling

• 5 5 Apples

• 100 g 1/2 cup Sugar

• 30 ml 2 tbsp Cognac or Brandy

• 1 pinch 1 pinch Salt

• 1 1 Vanillin Capsule

• 50 g 1/3 cup Black Raisins

• 2 2 Cinnamon Sticks

How to make Apple-Filled Cookies

• Prepare the Apple Filling
• Place all filling ingredients in a saucepan.
• Cook over medium heat until the apples soften and most of the liquid evaporates.
• Continue cooking for 2 more minutes until the filling thickens.
• Remove from heat and allow the mixture to cool completely.
• Prepare the Dough
• Place all dough ingredients in a bowl.
• Knead until a soft and pliable dough forms.
• Cover and let the dough rest for 30 minutes.
• Shape the Cookies
• Divide the dough into 15 pieces.
• Roll each piece into a ball and flatten into a round sheet.
• Cut each round sheet in half.
• Place a spoonful of apple filling on the edge of each piece and roll it into a small log.
• Baking
• Place the cookies on a parchment-lined baking tray.
• Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (180°C), conventional heat, for about 30 minutes, until golden.
• Allow the cookies to cool slightly before serving.

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Why These Apple Cookies Are So Flavorful

The filling is slowly cooked until the apples release their natural sugars and blend with cinnamon and raisins. This creates a rich, jam-like center that stays moist inside the cookie.

The Secret to Tender Dough

Cold butter and yogurt work together to create a delicate pastry-like dough. The resting time allows the gluten to relax, making the dough easier to shape and resulting in softer cookies.

Perfect for Coffee or Tea

These cookies are ideal for:

• afternoon coffee breaks
• holiday dessert platters
• lunchbox treats
• cozy autumn baking

They store well and remain soft for several days.

Flavor & Texture

Expect:

• Buttery tender dough
• Soft apple-cinnamon filling
• Sweet raisin bursts
• Light golden crust

The aroma alone will fill the kitchen while they bake.