Description
Caramel Apple Cookies combine the best flavors of fall—sweet, juicy apples and gooey caramel in a soft, chewy cookie. With warm cinnamon spice and tender apple pieces, each bite feels like a cozy treat. These cookies are easy to make and perfect for sharing with friends and family. Grab a batch fresh from the oven and enjoy a little piece of autumn comfort!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 medium apple, peeled, cored, and finely diced
- 1/2 cup caramel bits or chopped soft caramels
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the butter mixture until a soft dough forms.
- Fold in the diced apple and caramel bits.
- Drop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 12-14 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Use firm apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for the best texture and flavor.
- Make sure to chop the caramel bits or soft caramels into small pieces to prevent them from melting too much during baking.
- These cookies are best enjoyed fresh, but you can also freeze the dough to bake later.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-14 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: caramel apple cookies, fall cookies, apple desserts, caramel cookies, fall baking