Why Make This Recipe

Salted Caramel Apple Pie Cookies are the perfect blend of flavors that make them irresistible. With the comforting taste of apple pie combined with the sweetness of salted caramel, these cookies bring a special treat to any occasion. They are soft, chewy, and packed with delicious bits of apple, making them not only delightful but also reminiscent of a classic dessert. If you want a cookie that stands out in flavor and looks stunning, this is the one for you!

How to Make Salted Caramel Apple Pie Cookies

Ingredients

• For the Cookie Dough:

  • 1 cup salted butter, softened at room temperature (226 grams)
  • 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 (390 grams)
  • 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

• For the Apple Filling:

  • 4 large apples, peeled and diced (775 grams or 27 ounces of diced apple)
  • 1/4 cup salted butter, cubed (4 tbsp)
  • 2 tbsp apple cider (use 1 tsp of lemon juice if you don’t have cider)
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1 and 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp ground cloves

• For the Salted Caramel Sauce:

  • 1 cup granulated sugar (206 grams)
  • 6 tbsp salted butter, cubed
  • 1/2 cup + 1 tbsp heavy cream
  • Pinch of flaky sea salt

• For the Cinnamon Sugar Coating:

  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 and 3/4 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp nutmeg
  • 1/8 tsp allspice
  • 1/8 tsp ground cloves

• For the Crumble Topping:

  • 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

Directions

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   Make the Cookie Dough: In a large bowl, cream the softened butter with an electric mixer on medium-high speed. Add the sugars and mix until combined, about 1 minute. Add the vanilla and eggs, mixing until just combined. Then, add the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms. Chill the dough for 30 minutes to make it easier to roll into balls.

   
   
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   Make the Apple Filling: Peel and dice your apples. Add all the apple filling ingredients to a medium pan over medium-high heat. Cook for 15-18 minutes, stirring frequently. Once the apples reach your desired tenderness, transfer the mixture to a bowl and let it cool.

   
   
3. 
   

   Make the Salted Caramel Sauce: Follow my easy 10-minute recipe to make the salted caramel sauce. Allow it to cool at room temperature for about 20 minutes until it thickens.

   
   
4. 
   

   Scoop & Chill the Dough: Scoop the dough into balls weighing about 65 grams each and place them in an airtight container. Chill in the fridge for at least 4 hours or freeze for 2 hours.

   
   
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   Make the Crumble: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Melt the butter in a bowl and add the remaining streusel ingredients. Mix until crumbly. Spread on a parchment-lined pan and bake for 12-14 minutes until golden brown. Let it cool.

   
   
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   Bake the Cookies: Preheat your oven to 365°F. Line cookie sheets with parchment paper. In a small bowl, mix the sugar and spices for coating. Roll the dough balls in this mixture and place them on the sheets. Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are set. Let cool for a couple of minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

   
   
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   Assemble Cookies: Spoon apple pie filling into the cooled cookies, sprinkle on the crumble, and drizzle with salted caramel sauce.

   
   
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   Serve & Store: Enjoy the cookies immediately after assembling. For storage, keep them in an airtight container in the fridge for 4-5 days.

   
   

How to Serve Salted Caramel Apple Pie Cookies

These cookies are best served fresh, warm, and assembled for maximum flavor. You can enjoy them alone or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. For a cozy dessert experience, pair them with a cup of warm cider or a hot beverage of your choice!

How to Store Salted Caramel Apple Pie Cookies

To keep these cookies fresh, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They will last about 4-5 days. Avoid leaving them at room temperature overnight due to the fresh fruit in the filling.

Tips to Make Salted Caramel Apple Pie Cookies

• Chill the Dough: Chilling the dough is essential to keep the cookies from spreading too much during baking.
• Use Fresh Apples: Fresh, crisp apples will give the best flavor and texture to the filling.
• Make Ahead: You can prepare the dough, apple filling, and salted caramel sauce ahead of time, making it convenient for busy days.

Variation

You can add nuts to the crumble topping for a crunchy texture or experiment with different spices like ginger for an extra kick.

FAQs

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   Can I use other fruits instead of apples?
   Yes, you can substitute apples with pears or peaches for a different flavor.

   
   
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   How do I make the cookies softer?
   Ensure you don’t overbake them. The centers should look a little underdone when you take them out of the oven.

   
   
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   Can I freeze the cookies?
   Yes, you can freeze the unbaked dough balls for up to a month. Thaw them in the refrigerator before baking. Alternatively, you can freeze baked cookies for up to 2 months.

   
   

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Salted Caramel Apple Pie Cookies

A delightful blend of apple pie flavors and salted caramel, these cookies are soft, chewy, and perfect for any occasion.

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Prep Time 30 minutes mins

Cook Time 45 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr 15 minutes mins

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Servings 24 cookies

Calories 220 kcal

Ingredients

  

For the Cookie Dough

• 1 cup salted butter, softened at room temperature (226 grams)
• 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 (390 grams)
• 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

For the Apple Filling

• 4 large apples, peeled and diced (775 grams)
• 1/4 cup salted butter, cubed (4 tbsp)
• 2 tbsp apple cider (use 1 tsp of lemon juice if you don't have cider)
• 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1 and 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp ground cloves

For the Salted Caramel Sauce

• 1 cup granulated sugar (206 grams)
• 6 tbsp salted butter, cubed
• 1/2 cup heavy cream Plus 1 tbsp
• Pinch of flaky sea salt

For the Cinnamon Sugar Coating

• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 2 and 3/4 tsp cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp nutmeg
• 1/8 tsp allspice
• 1/8 tsp ground cloves

For the Crumble Topping

• 1/4 cup salted butter, melted
• 1/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
• 1 and 1/2 tbsp granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour Plus 1 tbsp
• 3/4 tsp cinnamon
• Pinch of salt

Instructions

 

Make the Cookie Dough

• In a large bowl, cream the softened butter with an electric mixer on medium-high speed.
• Add the sugars and mix until combined, about 1 minute.
• Add the vanilla and eggs, mixing until just combined.
• Add the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
• Chill the dough for 30 minutes to make it easier to roll into balls.

Make the Apple Filling

• Peel and dice your apples.
• Add all the apple filling ingredients to a medium pan over medium-high heat.
• Cook for 15-18 minutes, stirring frequently.
• Once the apples reach your desired tenderness, transfer the mixture to a bowl and let it cool.

Make the Salted Caramel Sauce

• Follow the easy 10-minute recipe to make the salted caramel sauce.
• Allow it to cool at room temperature for about 20 minutes until it thickens.

Scoop & Chill the Dough

• Scoop the dough into balls weighing about 65 grams each and place them in an airtight container.
• Chill in the fridge for at least 4 hours or freeze for 2 hours.

Make the Crumble

• Preheat the oven to 350°F.
• Melt the butter in a bowl and add the remaining streusel ingredients.
• Mix until crumbly.
• Spread on a parchment-lined pan and bake for 12-14 minutes until golden brown.
• Let it cool.

Bake the Cookies

• Preheat your oven to 365°F.
• Line cookie sheets with parchment paper.
• In a small bowl, mix the sugar and spices for coating.
• Roll the dough balls in this mixture and place them on the sheets.
• Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are set.
• Let cool for a couple of minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Assemble Cookies

• Spoon apple pie filling into the cooled cookies, sprinkle on the crumble, and drizzle with salted caramel sauce.

Serve & Store

• Enjoy the cookies immediately after assembling.
• For storage, keep them in an airtight container in the fridge for 4-5 days.

Notes

Chill the dough to prevent spreading during baking. Use fresh apples for the best flavor. Prepare components ahead of time for convenience.

Keyword Apple Pie, Baking, COOKIES, Desserts, salted caramel