Ingredients
2/3 cup butter-flavored shortening1 cup sugar1 large egg, room temperature1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour2-1/4 teaspoons ground cinnamon1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup finely chopped peeled tart apple3/4 cup chopped walnuts, optional
Preparation
Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in egg and vanilla. Combine flour, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda and salt; gradually beat into creamed mixture. Stir in apple and, if desired, walnuts.
Drop by tablespoonfuls 3 in. apart onto lightly greased baking sheets. Bake until golden brown, 13-15 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool.
