Apple Pie Cookies
These Apple Pie Cookies combine the classic flavors of warm cinnamon-spiced apples and flaky pie crust into bite-sized treats. Perfectly soft with a golden crust and a sweet apple filling, these cookies make an irresistible fall dessert or snack that’s easy to bake and share!
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: About 24 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- For the cookie dough:
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- For the apple filling:
- 2 cups peeled and finely chopped apples (Granny Smith or Fuji)
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- For assembly and topping:
- 1 tbsp milk or egg wash
- 1 tbsp coarse sugar (optional)
Instructions
- Make the dough: In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. In a separate large bowl, cream butter and sugar until fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla extract. Gradually add dry ingredients and mix until combined. Wrap dough in plastic wrap and chill for 30 minutes.
- Prepare the filling: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine chopped apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and cornstarch. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the apples soften and mixture thickens. Remove from heat and let cool.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Assemble cookies: Roll out dough on a lightly floured surface to about ¼ inch thickness. Cut into 2 ½ inch circles using a cookie cutter. Place half of the circles on the baking sheet. Spoon about 1 tsp of apple filling onto the center of each circle. Top with another dough circle and press edges to seal, crimping with a fork.
- Bake: Brush tops with milk or egg wash and sprinkle with coarse sugar if desired. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
- Cool: Remove from oven and let cool on a wire rack before serving.
Notes
- Use firm apples that hold their shape well when cooked.
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of ground ginger or cloves to the filling.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Freeze assembled but unbaked cookies for up to 1 month; bake straight from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to baking time.
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