Description
These Irresistible Apple Pie Cookies combine everything you love about homemade apple pie with the comforting ease of a soft, chewy cookie. Each bite is filled with warm cinnamon, hints of brown sugar, and tender bits of apple creating a nostalgic treat that tastes like autumn in every bite. Perfect for cozy afternoons, holiday gatherings, or simply when you crave a little sweetness with your coffee or tea.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ cup finely diced apples (peeled)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cream the butter and sugars: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy.
- Add eggs and vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract, mixing well after each addition.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon until evenly blended.
- Mix wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add the dry mixture into the creamed butter mixture, stirring until just combined — do not overmix.
- Fold in apples: Gently fold in the finely diced apples to distribute them evenly throughout the dough.
- Form cookies: Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
- Bake: Place in the preheated oven and bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Cool: Let the cookies rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Apple Choice: Use tart apples such as Granny Smith for a bright, tangy contrast to the sweet dough.
- Dough Control: Chill the cookie dough for about 30 minutes before baking to help the cookies hold their shape and prevent excessive spreading.
- Flavor Boost: Add a pinch of nutmeg or allspice for an extra layer of cozy fall flavor.
- Storage Tip: Keep cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or freeze for longer freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Cookies
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 90 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2.5 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg
Keywords: apple pie cookies, cinnamon cookies, fall dessert, chewy apple cookies