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Caramel apple cookies combine the best fall flavors in one delightful bite. They combine sweet, chewy caramel with tart apple pieces, creating a treat that’s both comforting and delicious.
Perfect for cozy afternoons or holiday gatherings, caramel apple cookies offer a warm and inviting taste that’s sure to please everyone. Get ready to enjoy a cookie that’s as fun to make as it is to eat!
Yield: 24 cookies
Caramel Apple Cookies
Prep Time
20 minutes
Cook Time
12 minutes
Additional Time
3 minutes
Total Time
35 minutes
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 medium apple, peeled, cored, and finely diced (about 1 cup)
- 1 cup soft caramel candies, chopped into small pieces
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- Cream the Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla extract, and beat until well combined.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Add Apples and Caramel: Gently fold in the diced apples and chopped caramel pieces, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Scoop the Dough: Using a cookie scoop or a tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake the Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are set and the tops are lightly golden. The cookies will still be soft in the center but will firm up as they cool.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy your caramel apple cookies with a warm cup of tea or coffee!
Notes
Tips and Variations
- Apple Varieties: For a balanced flavor, use a tart apple like Granny Smith, or go for a sweeter apple like Honeycrisp if you prefer a milder taste.
- Salted Caramel: For a hint of salt, sprinkle a tiny bit of sea salt over the cookies before baking.
- Extra Texture: Add 1/2 cup of chopped nuts, such as walnuts or pecans, for extra crunch.
Storage
Store these cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. If you want to enjoy them later, you can freeze the cookies in a zip-top bag for up to 3 months.
