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Caramel Apple Pie Cookies: Bite-Sized Bliss!

ByEmma

Who doesn’t love the cozy flavors of apple pie? Now imagine all that spiced caramel-drizzled goodness in a perfectly portable cookie! These Caramel Apple Pie Cookies are buttery flaky and stuffed with tender cinnamon apples—plus a gooey caramel surprise in every bite.

Contents

Why You’ll Love These Cookies

  • Easy to make—No pie crust rolling required!
  • Perfect for fall (or anytime you crave apple pie).
  • Great for sharing—if you can resist eating them all yourself.

Ingredients You’ll Need

(Makes about 18 cookies)

For the Cookie Dough:

  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) cold unsalted butter cubed
  • ½ cup cold water

For the Apple Filling:

  • 2 medium apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp) finely diced
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice (to prevent browning)

For the Caramel Drizzle:

  • ½ cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
  • Pro Tip: Warm the caramel slightly for easier drizzling!

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Make the Dough

  • In a food processor pulse flour salt and cinnamon.
  • Add cold butter and pulse until crumbly.
  • Slowly add water until dough forms. Don’t overmix!
  • Roll into a ball wrap in plastic and chill for 30 minutes.

2. Prepare the Apple Filling

  • Toss diced apples with brown sugar cinnamon and lemon juice.
  • Cook in a skillet over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until soft. Let cool.

3. Assemble the Cookies

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Roll dough to ¼-inch thickness and cut into circles (use a cookie cutter or glass).
  • Place a spoonful of apple filling in the center of half the circles.
  • Top with another dough round seal edges with a fork and prick tops for venting.

4. Bake & Drizzle

  • Bake for 15-18 minutes until golden.
  • Let cool slightly then drizzle with warm caramel.

Pro Tips for the Best Cookies

✔ Keep butter cold—this ensures a flaky texture.
✔ Don’t overfill—too much apple mix can cause leaks.
✔ Serve warm—the caramel will be extra gooey and delicious!

Final Thoughts

These Caramel Apple Pie Cookies are like mini handheld pies—perfect for dessert parties or a sweet snack with coffee. They’re easy impressive and totally addictive!

Got leftovers? (Unlikely!) Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days—if they last that long.

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