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Caramel Apple Cookies

Irresistible Caramel Apple Cookies for Cozy Fall Moments

These Caramel Apple Cookies combine fresh apples and chewy caramel, making them a perfect fall treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 57 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 160
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Softened; can substitute with plant-based butter for dairy-free.
  • ½ cup Granulated Sugar Feel free to decrease for less sweet cookies.
  • ½ cup Dark Brown Sugar Can use light brown as an alternative.
  • 1 large Egg Flax egg can be used for a vegan option.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Can be omitted for allergy concerns.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Use gluten-free blend for GF option.
  • 1 package Instant Vanilla Pudding Mix Can be omitted if unavailable.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda No substitutes required.
  • ½ teaspoon Kosher Salt Regular salt can be used.
  • 1 tablespoon Apple Pie Spice or Ground Cinnamon Provides warm flavor.
For the Mix-ins
  • 1 cup Diced Honeycrisp Apples Can substitute with Granny Smith.
  • 1 cup Chopped Soft Caramel Candies Store-bought caramel sauce can be used as well.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • electric mixer
  • spatula
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Cream together the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and dark brown sugar until fluffy.
  3. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated and smooth.
  4. Gradually mix in the all-purpose flour, instant vanilla pudding mix, baking soda, and kosher salt until just combined.
  5. Gently fold in the diced Honeycrisp apples and chopped soft caramel candies.
  6. Chill the dough for about 30 minutes if possible.
  7. Drop rounded portions of dough onto baking sheets, spaced about 2 inches apart, and bake for 10-12 minutes.
  8. Cool the cookies on baking sheets for about 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 160kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 30mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Consider adding chopped nuts or mixing in chocolate chips for extra texture and sweetness.

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