Description
Imagine the comforting taste of warm apple pie — now shrink that into a handheld treat with crisp, buttery edges and gooey, spiced filling. These Warm and Buttery Apple Pie Cookies are perfect for fall gatherings, holiday baking, or a cozy snack with your morning coffee. With fresh apples, caramel drizzle, and flaky pastry, they combine everything you love about a classic pie in cookie form. Whether you’re searching for easy dessert ideas, quick baking recipes, or just a delicious apple snack, this is one you’ll want to save and repeat.
Ingredients
2 medium apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), diced
2 tablespoons butter
1/3 cup brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 sheet pie dough (store-bought or homemade)
1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
1 tablespoon coarse sugar (for sprinkling)
1/4 cup caramel sauce
Instructions
1. Peel and dice the apples into small chunks.
2. In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat, then add apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cornstarch.
3. Cook until the apples are tender and mixture thickens. Stir in vanilla extract. Let cool.
4. Roll out the pie dough to 1/8 inch thick. Cut into 3–4 inch rounds using a cookie cutter or glass.
5. Place the dough rounds on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
6. Spoon a small amount of the apple mixture into the center of each round.
7. Fold the edges slightly inward to create a rustic border.
8. Brush edges with beaten egg and sprinkle with coarse sugar.
9. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 18–22 minutes until golden brown.
10. Cool slightly, then drizzle caramel sauce over each cookie. Serve warm.
Notes
Chill your pie dough before using to make shaping easier and reduce spreading.
For extra flavor, mix a pinch of sea salt into the caramel before drizzling.
Use parchment paper for easy cleanup and even baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg