Description
Indulge in the cozy flavors of fall with our Caramel-Drizzled Apple Cinnamon Cookies. These delightful treats combine tender cookie dough infused with warm spices, complemented by bits of fresh apples and a luscious caramel drizzle. Perfect for holiday gatherings or a simple afternoon snack, each bite offers a chewy texture and an irresistible aroma that fills your kitchen with the essence of autumn. Easy to make and visually stunning, these cookies are sure to impress your family and friends!
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup peeled, finely diced apple
- Soft caramel sauce for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In one bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream together butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until fluffy. Add egg and vanilla; mix well.
- Gradually incorporate dry ingredients into the wet mixture, then fold in diced apples.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes or until edges are golden brown.
- Cool on a wire rack and drizzle with caramel sauce before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 132
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Use tart apple varieties like Granny Smith for balanced sweetness. Chill the dough for 30 minutes to prevent excessive spreading during baking. Customize with nuts or extra spices if desired.