Apple Pie Cookies – All the Flavor of a Pie in a Bite-Sized Treat!
Imagine the taste of a classic apple pie wrapped up in a delightful, handheld cookie! These Apple Pie Cookies are the ultimate fall treat, combining spiced cinnamon cookies, caramel-drizzled apple pie filling, and a touch of cinnamon sugar for an extra bit of sweetness. Perfect for family gatherings, holiday parties, or just as a cozy afternoon snack, these cookies bring the comfort of apple pie with the fun of cookies.
Ready to get baking? Let’s dive into this delicious recipe!
Apple Pie Cookies Recipe
Ingredients
Apple Pie Filling
- 3 Gala apples, peeled and sliced
- ¼ cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
Salted Caramel
- ½ cup white granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, cubed, at room temperature
- ¼ cup heavy cream, at room temperature
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp pure vanilla extract
Cinnamon Cookies
- 3 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- ½ cup white granulated sugar
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
Cinnamon Sugar Coating
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- ½ cup white granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
Directions
1. Make the Apple Pie Filling
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the apple slices, brown sugar, cornstarch, and cinnamon. Heat until the mixture begins to bubble, then cook for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until the apples soften and the filling thickens. Set aside to cool completely.
2. Prepare the Salted Caramel
In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the sugar until it turns an amber color. This will take around 30 seconds, so keep an eye on it and remove it from heat as soon as it reaches the right color. Gradually add half of the cubed butter, whisking until melted. Then add the remaining butter, being cautious as the mixture will bubble up. Slowly whisk in half of the heavy cream, then add the remaining cream, vanilla, and salt. Stir well, then let the caramel cool completely.
3. Make the Cinnamon Cookies
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, cornstarch, and salt. In a large bowl, mix the melted butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar, vanilla, and eggs until smooth. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, and mix with a spatula until just combined. Let the dough rest for 10 minutes.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two cookie sheets with parchment paper.
4. Shape and Bake the Cookies
Scoop the dough into balls and place them on the prepared cookie sheets. Use a measuring cup or spice jar to press a circle into the dough balls, then shape the dough into a neat circle around the indentation. Bake for 11 minutes, then remove from the oven and press the circle indentation again to make room for the filling. Return the cookies to the oven and bake for an additional 1-3 minutes, until the edges are golden. Allow the cookies to cool on a rack.
5. Add Cinnamon Sugar Coating
Brush the cooled cookies with melted butter, then roll the edges in cinnamon sugar for an added layer of sweetness.
6. Assemble the Apple Pie Cookies
Fill each cookie indentation with the apple pie filling, and drizzle salted caramel over the top.
Recipe Notes
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Calories: 275 kcal per cookie
- Servings: 18 cookies
These Apple Pie Cookies are the perfect blend of soft, spiced cookie, caramelized apples, and a hint of cinnamon sugar. The salted caramel drizzle elevates each bite, adding a buttery sweetness that brings the whole dessert together. Whether you serve them at a party or simply enjoy them with a warm drink, they’re sure to be a hit.
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Apple Pie Cookies
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 18 1x
Description
The warmth of baked cinnamon and apples fills the air with these Apple Pie Cookies. Each cookie is a soft, buttery cinnamon base, topped with a filling of caramelized apples and drizzled with salted caramel. Perfect for fall gatherings, these treats bring a taste of classic apple pie in every bite!
Ingredients
Apple Pie Filling
3 Gala apples, peeled and sliced
¼ cup brown sugar, packed
2 tbsp unsalted butter
1 tbsp cornstarch
½ tsp ground cinnamon
Salted Caramel
½ cup white granulated sugar
2 tbsp unsalted butter, cubed, at room temperature
¼ cup heavy cream, at room temperature
½ tsp salt
½ tsp pure vanilla extract
Cinnamon Cookies
3 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1 tsp cornstarch
1 tsp salt
1 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
1 cup brown sugar, packed
½ cup white granulated sugar
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
2 large eggs, room temperature
Cinnamon Sugar Coating
2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
½ cup white granulated sugar
1 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
Apple Pie Filling
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add apple slices, brown sugar, cornstarch, and cinnamon.
Heat until the mixture starts to bubble, then cook and stir for about 5 minutes until the apples soften and the filling thickens. Set aside to cool completely.
Salted Caramel
In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the sugar until it turns an amber color. This takes about 30 seconds; remove from heat immediately.
Gradually add half the cubed butter and whisk until melted. Add the remaining butter, stirring carefully as the mixture bubbles up.
Slowly add half the heavy cream and whisk, then add the remaining cream. Stir in vanilla and salt. Let cool completely.
Cinnamon Cookies
In a medium bowl, combine flour, baking powder, cinnamon, cornstarch, and salt.
In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar, vanilla, and eggs until smooth.
Add dry ingredients and mix with a spatula until just combined. Let the dough rest for 10 minutes.
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two cookie sheets with parchment paper.
Scoop dough into balls and place on the cookie sheet. Press a circle into the dough balls with a measuring cup or spice jar, then shape into a neat circle.
Bake for 11 minutes, remove from the oven and press the circle indentation again, then bake for an additional 1-3 minutes until edges are golden. Cool on a rack.
Brush cookies with melted butter, then roll edges in cinnamon sugar.
Assembly
Fill each cookie indentation with apple pie filling, and drizzle salted caramel over the top.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 275