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Apple Pie Cookies

A stack of warm apple pie cookies, one broken open to reveal a gooey apple filling and cinnamon spice.
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Enjoy the classic taste of apple pie in a convenient cookie format, perfect for fall gatherings and bake sales.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup finely diced apples (like Honeycrisp or Gala)
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 2 tablespoons caramel sauce, for drizzling (optional)
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  2. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. In a small bowl, combine the diced apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  6. Gently fold the apple mixture into the cookie dough.
  7. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, about 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
  9. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Once cooled, drizzle with caramel sauce or dust with powdered sugar, if desired.

Notes

  • For chewier cookies, slightly underbake them.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze them.
  • These cookies are ideal for bake swaps and fall cookie boxes.

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