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Caramel Apple Cookies

Cozy Caramel Apple Cookies That Will Warm Your Heart

Indulge in these Caramel Apple Cookies, a cozy blend of gooey caramel and apples, perfect for fall celebrations.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 12 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour substitute with gluten-free flour if needed
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda no need for substitutions
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder keep as is
  • ½ teaspoon fine sea salt can substitute with regular salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon use pumpkin pie spice for a twist if desired
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg can be replaced with allspice
  • ½ cup unsalted butter (melted and cooled) coconut oil makes for a dairy-free alternative
  • ½ cup light brown sugar dark brown sugar can deepen the flavor
  • ½ cup granulated sugar no substitutions required
  • 1 large egg try a flax egg for a vegan option
  • 1 large egg yolk can be swapped with another flax egg
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract pure vanilla is best
  • 1 cup peeled, finely diced apple any apple type works well
  • 1 cup soft caramel candies (cut into pieces) substitute with chocolate chips if desired
  • ½ cup pecans or walnuts (finely chopped, optional) omit for nut-free cookies
For the Topping
  • as needed servings caramel sauce (for drizzling) store-bought or homemade
  • as needed servings flaky sea salt (optional) use coarse kosher salt if unavailable

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • Spatula
  • Cookie scoop
  • Baking sheets
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Whisk together the dry ingredients in a medium bowl until well combined.
  2. Cream the sugars with melted butter until thick and glossy.
  3. Add the egg, egg yolk, and vanilla; whisk until smooth.
  4. Gradually fold the dry mixture into the wet mixture until just combined.
  5. Fold in the diced apples and caramel candies.
  6. Chill dough for 20-30 minutes.
  7. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment.
  8. Scoop dough onto sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart.
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes, rotating halfway through.
  10. Cool on a wire rack and drizzle with caramel and sprinkle with salt if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 130mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Chilling the dough and using quality ingredients are key for the best results.

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