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Caramel Apple Cookies Recipe: Fall's Ultimate Sweet Delight

Delightful caramel apple cookies that combine fresh apples and sweet caramel, perfect for fall gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 12 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Softened, use margarine for dairy-free
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar Reduce for less sweetness
  • 3/4 cup Dark Brown Sugar Light brown sugar can be used
  • 1 large Egg Can substitute with flaxseed meal for a vegan option
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Omit for less sweetness
  • 1/2 teaspoon Kosher Salt Sea salt is a good alternative
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Substitute with gluten-free flour blend if needed
  • 1 box Instant Vanilla Pudding Mix Omit if unavailable and add extra flour
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda No substitutes necessary
For the Flavor
  • 2 1/2 teaspoons Apple Pie Spice Use nutmeg and allspice for variation
  • 2 cups Honeycrisp Apples Diced, can substitute with Granny Smith
  • 21 pieces Soft Caramel Candies Or drizzle with store-bought caramel sauce

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric Mixer
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and dark brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the large egg and vanilla extract to the mixture and mix until smooth.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, instant vanilla pudding mix, baking soda, apple pie spice, and kosher salt.
  5. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
  6. Fold in the diced apples and caramel candies evenly into the dough.
  7. Chill the dough for about 30 minutes to help maintain shape during baking.
  8. Scoop rounded portions of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spaced a couple of inches apart.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, until golden around the edges.
  10. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for about 5 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 125mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These cookies are best enjoyed fresh. Can be served warm or at room temperature.

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