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Salted Caramel Apple Pie Cookies

Salted Caramel Apple Pie Cookies

  • Author: Elliana
  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 14 servings 1x

Description

Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of fall with Salted Caramel Apple Pie Cookies. These delightful treats combine the essence of a classic apple pie with the soft, chewy texture of cookies. Each bite is filled with spiced apples, topped with a crunchy crumble, and drizzled with rich salted caramel, making them perfect for sharing at cozy family gatherings or holiday celebrations. Easy to prepare and irresistibly delicious, these cookies will surely become a seasonal favorite.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup salted butter
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 1 and 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 large eggs
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour, spooned & leveled
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 and 1/4 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp allspice
  • 1/8 tsp ground cloves
  • 4 large apples, peeled and diced
  • 1/4 cup salted butter, cubed
  • 2 tbsp apple cider or 1 tsp lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1 and 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp ground cloves
  • 1 cup granulated sugar for caramel sauce
  • 6 tbsp salted butter, cubed
  • 1/2 cup + 1 tbsp heavy cream
  • Pinch of flaky sea salt
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar for crumble topping
  • 2 and 3/4 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp nutmeg
  • 1/8 tsp allspice
  • 1/8 tsp ground cloves
  • 1/4 cup salted butter, melted
  • 1/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 1 and 1/2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup + 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 tsp cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Cream butter and sugars together until fluffy. Mix in eggs and vanilla.
  2. Combine dry ingredients and fold into the wet mixture to form dough. Chill for 30 minutes.
  3. Prepare apple filling by cooking diced apples with butter and spices until tender.
  4. Make salted caramel sauce by melting sugar and mixing in butter and cream until smooth.
  5. Preheat oven to 365°F (185°C). Scoop dough into balls and bake for 10–12 minutes.
  6. Press indents into cooled cookies, fill with apple mixture, top with crumble, and drizzle caramel.
  • Prep Time: 45 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 120mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: Chill dough for best texture. Use firm, fresh apples for optimal flavor. Customize spices based on your preference.

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