Imagine biting into a cookie that combines the best of caramel apples and classic cookies. Caramel Apple Cookies are not just a fall treat—they’re a dessert revolution. These cookies capture the essence of autumn with every chewy bite, merging tart apples with rich caramel.
Perfectly baked and delightfully gooey, they’re an irresistible way to satisfy your sweet tooth and impress anyone who crosses your path. If you’ve ever wondered how to make autumn even better, these cookies just might be your answer.
Caramel Apple Cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup brown sugar packed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup peeled diced apples (about 1 medium apple)
- 1/2 cup caramel bits or chopped caramel candies
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line cookie sheets with parchment paper.
- Cream the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the butter mixture.
- Fold in the diced apples and caramel bits until evenly distributed.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared cookie sheets.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until edges are golden.
- Cool on the sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
Notes
Calories: 150
Total Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 1g Any Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance the Flavor for the Recipe
- For an extra caramel kick, drizzle a bit of caramel sauce over the cookies after baking.
- Add a pinch of cinnamon to the dough for a spicier fall flavor.
Summary of the Recipe
These cookies bring together apples and caramel in a chewy, sweet harmony. They’re the ultimate fall indulgence, no matter the occasion.
Servings of the Recipe
Makes approximately 24 cookies.
Estimated Cost of the Recipe
$12-$15, depending on ingredient quality and local prices.
Prep Time of the Recipe
15 minutes.
Cook Time of the Recipe
12-15 minutes.
Total Time Taken to Prepare the Recipe
27-30 minutes.
Which Course Does This Recipe Come Under?
Dessert.
Which Cuisine Does This Recipe Come Under?
American.
What Are All the Equipment That Are Required in This Recipe?
- Mixing bowls
- Electric mixer
- Cookie sheet
- Parchment paper
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Cooling rack
What Are All the Ingredients and Their Quantity That Are Required in This Recipe?
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup peeled, diced apples (about 1 medium apple)
- 1/2 cup caramel bits or chopped caramel candies
Instructions in Steps
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line cookie sheets with parchment paper.
- Cream the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the butter mixture.
- Fold in the diced apples and caramel bits until evenly distributed.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared cookie sheets.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until edges are golden.
- Cool on the sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
Calories: 150
Total Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 1g
Any Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance the Flavor for the Recipe
- For an extra caramel kick, drizzle a bit of caramel sauce over the cookies after baking.
- Add a pinch of cinnamon to the dough for a spicier fall flavor.
