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Apple Pie Cookies

Irresistible Apple Pie Cookies with Brown Butter Bliss

These Apple Pie Cookies blend the cozy flavors of traditional apple pie into a chewy, indulgent treat that's perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 12 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Browned for rich and nutty flavor
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Provides sweetness and crispy exterior
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Enhances moisture and chewiness
  • 2 large Eggs Binds ingredients and adds moisture
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Elevates sweetness and flavor
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Provides structure
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Leavening agent
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch For melt-in-your-mouth texture
For the Flavoring
  • 1 teaspoon Pumpkin Pie Spice For warm fall flavors
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Essential for flavor
For the Apple Filling
  • 2 cups Apples Honeycrisp or Granny Smith preferred
For the Topping
  • 1/2 cup Salted Caramel Sauce For drizzling

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Stand mixer
  • Mixing bowl
  • cookie scoop
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Apple Pie Cookies
  1. Prepare Ingredients: Measure all ingredients accurately and dice apples.
  2. Brown the Butter: Melt unsalted butter over medium heat until golden brown.
  3. Mix Dry Ingredients: Whisk together flour, baking powder, cornstarch, pumpkin pie spice, and salt.
  4. Combine Wet Ingredients: Beat brown butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until creamy. Add eggs and vanilla.
  5. Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gradually add dry mixture into wet ingredients until just combined.
  6. Add Apples: Fold in diced apples gently.
  7. Chill Dough: Cover and refrigerate dough for at least 30 minutes.
  8. Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  9. Scoop Cookies: Portion out dough onto baking sheet about 2 inches apart.
  10. Bake: Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden and centers are slightly underbaked.
  11. Cool and Drizzle: Let cool for 5 minutes, then drizzle with salted caramel sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For enhanced flavor, consider adding chopped nuts to the dough before baking. Enjoy with warm salted caramel for a delightful treat.

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