Directions

1. 1. Cook the apples with 1 tablespoon of sugar in a small saucepan over low heat, stirring often, until the apples have softened. Remove from the heat and let cool completely.
2. 2. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F / 200 degrees C / gas 6. Butter three cookie sheets.
3. 3. Sift the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt into a medium bowl.
4. 4. Beat the butter and remaining sugar in a large bowl with an electric mixer at high speed until creamy. Add the egg, beating until just blended.
5. 5. Mix in alternating tablespoons of the dry ingredients and the cooked apples until well blended. Stir in the raisins and corn flakes.
6. 6. Drop teaspoons of the dough 1 inch (2.5 cm) apart onto the prepared cookie sheets.
7. 7. Bake, one sheet at a time, for 10-15 minutes, or until golden brown. Transfer to racks to cool.