Caramel Apple Cookies
Creamy caramel meets crisp-tart apple in a warm, comforting cookie that tastes like fall in every bite.
Servings: 12 cookies
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Baking Sheets
- Parchment Paper
- Hand Mixer
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 cup Unsalted butter, softened At room temperature
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup Light brown sugar, packed
- 2 large Eggs Room temperature
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 3/4 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Finely chopped peeled tart apples Drained of excess juice
- 1 cup Caramel bits or chopped soft caramel candies
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon Optional
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream the softened butter with granulated sugar and light brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 to 3 minutes with a hand mixer or 4 to 5 minutes by hand.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated, then mix in the vanilla extract. Scrape down the bowl to keep everything even.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon if using.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Avoid overmixing to keep cookies tender.
- Gently fold in the chopped apples and caramel bits, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough. If the apples are very juicy, squeeze out a little excess liquid before adding.
- Scoop cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheets about 2 inches apart, forming rounds with your hands or a spoon. Use a rounded tablespoon or small ice cream scoop for even cookies.
- Bake for 12 to 15 minutes or until the edges are golden and the centers are set but still soft. Rotate the pans halfway through baking if your oven has hot spots.
- Remove from oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
- Serve and enjoy these delicious caramel apple cookies with a glass of milk or your favorite beverage.
Notes
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. If your kitchen is warm, refrigerate for up to 5 days.