Preheat oven to 325 degrees.

In a large bowl, cream together butter, vanilla and sugar. Once it's all incorporated slowly add flour while mixing. I prefer an electric mixer

Using a tablespoon, scoop out your dough to make half-dollar sized balls, slightly press them down onto a cookie sheet.

Top each cookie with a couple pieces of apple and a sprinkle of cinnamon. Cook 25-30 min.

When cookies are finished cooking top them with a sprinkle of confectioners sugar.