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Salted Caramel Apple Pie Cookies

Salted Caramel Apple Pie Cookies
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Indulge in the warm, nostalgic flavors of fall with these Salted Caramel Apple Pie Cookies! Each soft cookie is filled with tender apple filling, perfectly spiced to evoke the essence of a classic apple pie. Topped with a luscious drizzle of salted caramel and a crunchy crumble, these cookies are not just desserts—they’re memories waiting to be made. Perfect for cozy family gatherings or busy weeknights, they promise to satisfy your sweet tooth and impress your loved ones. Whether enjoyed fresh out of the oven or shared during festive occasions, these delightful bites are sure to become a new favorite in your baking repertoire.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup salted butter, softened at room temperature
  • 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 of 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
  • 6 tbsp salted butter, cubed
  • 1/2 cup + 1 tbsp heavy cream
  • Pinch of flaky sea salt
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 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. Make the Cookie Dough: Cream softened salted butter with granulated sugar and brown sugar until fluffy. Add eggs and vanilla extract; mix well. Combine dry ingredients and chill dough for 30 minutes.
  2. Prepare the Apple Filling: Cook diced apples with butter, apple cider (or lemon juice), brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves in a pan until tender (about 15-18 minutes). Cool before using.
  3. Create the Salted Caramel Sauce: Follow a simple recipe to create salted caramel sauce; let it cool for 20 minutes until thickened.
  4. Assemble and Bake: Roll chilled dough into balls, coat in spiced sugar mixture, then bake at 365°F (185°C) for 10-12 minutes. Let cool slightly before adding apple filling and crumble topping.
  5. Drizzle with salted caramel before serving.

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