Description

Apple Pie Cookies are a cozy, sweet treat bursting with cinnamon-spiced apple goodness wrapped in soft, buttery dough. This recipe captures the heart of autumn with tender, chewy cookies filled with a gooey cinnamon-apple filling that brings the warmth and nostalgia of classic apple pie in a fun, bite-sized form perfect for sharing or enjoying solo.

Ingredients

Scale

Apple Filling

2 cups peeled and finely diced tart apples (e.g., Granny Smith)
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons sugar (granulated or brown sugar)
1 teaspoon all-purpose flour

Cookie Dough

1 cup unsalted butter, cold
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

Prepare the Apple Filling: Peel and finely dice the apples. Toss them with lemon juice, cinnamon, sugar, and flour. Cook this mixture in a skillet over medium heat until the apples are softened and the mixture becomes fragrant and sticky. Set aside to cool completely.
Make the Cookie Dough: Cream the cold butter with granulated and brown sugars until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs and vanilla extract. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and blend until a soft, pliable dough forms.
Assemble the Cookies: Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/4 inch thickness. Cut out rounds using a cookie cutter or a glass. Spoon a small amount of the cooled apple filling onto half of the rounds. Top each filled round with a plain round and gently press edges to seal, crimping with a fork for extra security.
Bake to Perfection: Place the assembled cookies on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 12-15 minutes or until edges turn golden brown. Allow cookies to cool slightly on a wire rack before serving.

Notes

Use cold butter to create a flaky, tender texture in the cookies.
Do not overfill the cookies to avoid leaking and soggy bottoms.
Let the apple filling cool completely before assembling to prevent dough softening.
Chill the dough briefly before rolling for easier handling and less spreading during baking.
Sprinkle cinnamon sugar on top before baking for extra sparkle and flavor.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 150
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 60mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 30mg

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