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Salted Caramel Apple Pie Cookies

Salted Caramel Apple Pie Cookies That Wow Every Bite

These Salted Caramel Apple Pie Cookies combine classic apple pie flavors wrapped in a lovely cookie form, making them a delightful crowd-pleaser.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 27 minutes
Course Desserts
Cuisine American
Servings 24 cookies
Calories 200 kcal

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Electric Mixer
  • baking sheets
  • parchment paper
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring Spoons
  • cookie scoop

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough

  • 1 cup softened butter ensures a rich, creamy texture
  • 1 cup granulated sugar adds sweetness
  • ½ cup brown sugar introduces a hint of molasses flavor
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract enhances flavor profile
  • 1 large egg binds ingredients together
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour forms the structure of cookies
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda helps cookies rise
  • ½ teaspoon salt balances sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon infuses warmth
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg adds subtle warmth
  • 1 cup diced apples brings freshness and moisture

For the Toppings

  • salted caramel sauce for drizzling
  • flaky sea salt for sprinkling

Instructions
 

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • Cream the butter and sugars together until fluffy and light in color.
  • Add the egg and vanilla, mixing until thoroughly incorporated.
  • Combine dry ingredients in a separate bowl, then gradually mix into the wet ingredients.
  • Fold in the diced apples into the dough evenly.
  • Chill the dough in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Shape the cookies and place them on the baking sheets, spaced about 2 inches apart.
  • Bake for 10-12 minutes until lightly golden at the edges.
  • Cool the cookies on the baking sheets for 3-5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  • Drizzle with salted caramel and sprinkle with flaky sea salt.

Notes

Chill the dough to prevent spreading and use fresh apples for best results. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 90mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg
Keyword apple pie cookies, baking, cookie recipe, fall dessert, Salted Caramel Apple Pie Cookies
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