¾ cup granulated sugar
2 eggs
1 large apple (Spartan or Empire), cored and grated
2½ cups all-purpose flour
1 cup shredded old cheddar
½ teaspoon each baking powder and baking soda
Pinch salt
1 Preheat oven to 350ᵒ
2 In bowl, using electric hand mixer, beat butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time and beat well after each addition. Stir in apples until combined.
3 In another bowl, whisk together flour, cheese, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Stir into butter mixture until just blended.
4 Drop dough by heaping tablespoonfuls on parchment paper-lined baking sheets.
5 Bake in centre of oven for about 15 minutes or until light golden and firm.
6 Let cool completely on pan.
7 Store in container in single layers divided with waxed or parchment paper for up to 3 days. Can be stored in freezer for up to 1 month.
Makes about 4½ dozen scookies.
