Salted Caramel Apple Pie Cookies — Easy Fall Cookies (Apple Cookie Recipe)

Introduction

Salted Caramel Apple Pie Cookies are the ultimate treat for fall, capturing all the nostalgic flavors of a classic apple pie in a portable, easy-to-make cookie format. These cookies combine sweet, spiced apples, gooey caramel, and a buttery cookie base, finished with a crisp touch of sea salt. Perfect for bake sales, cozy evenings, or festive gatherings, this simple apple cookie recipe is guaranteed to be a seasonal crowd pleaser.

Why You’ll Love These Salted Caramel Apple Pie Cookies

These cookies are a bite-sized celebration of autumn—imagine warm cinnamon apples and velvety caramel tucked inside tender, golden cookies. The sprinkle of coarse sea salt on top adds the perfect contrast to the sweet filling, making each bite pop with flavor. Their easy prep and irresistible taste make them a go-to for both beginner and seasoned bakers craving easy fall cookies.

Flavorful Apple Filling: The Heart of the Cookie

To achieve that classic apple pie flavor, diced apples are cooked with brown sugar and cinnamon until tender, then layered into the cookie dough along with small pieces of salted caramel. The result is a soft, chewy center with pockets of apple and bursts of ooey-gooey caramel—a truly decadent experience that’s simple to prepare.

Shaping and Baking Your Apple Pie Cookies

Each cookie is formed by scooping dough, creating a small well, filling it with the apple-caramel mixture, then sealing and lightly flattening. Baking transforms the exterior into golden, buttery perfection, while keeping the inside deliciously moist and flavorful. A final touch of flaky sea salt after baking takes these cookies from comforting to completely irresistible.

Serving Suggestions for the Ultimate Fall Cookie Experience

Serve your Salted Caramel Apple Pie Cookies slightly warm, paired with a mug of apple cider or your favorite coffee. For a more indulgent treat, sandwich a scoop of vanilla ice cream between two cookies! These apple cookies also make a delightful edible gift—just package them in festive bags or boxes for family and friends.

Nutritional Information and Serving Size

This recipe makes about 18 cookies. Each cookie contains roughly 160-180 calories, depending on the size and amount of caramel used. Enjoy these as an occasional sweet treat alongside the savory flavors of the fall season.

Salted Caramel Apple Pie Cookies: A Recap

An easy fall cookie recipe that channels the classic flavor of apple pie, layered with gooey salted caramel and topped with flaky sea salt. These apple cookies are the perfect balance of sweet, salty, chewy, and crisp—all in one bite.

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Instructions

1. Prepare the Apple Filling:
   • In a small skillet over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon butter. Add diced apple, brown sugar, and cinnamon (plus nutmeg if using). Cook, stirring frequently, until apples are tender (about 3-4 minutes).
   • Sprinkle over cornstarch and stir. Cook for another minute until thickened. Remove from heat and let the filling cool completely.
2. Make the Cookie Dough:
   • Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
   • In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
   • In a large mixing bowl, beat butter with both sugars until fluffy. Mix in egg and vanilla extract.
   • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
3. Assemble the Cookies:
   • Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough and place on the prepared baking sheet.
   • Use your thumb or a spoon to make a shallow well in the center of each ball.
   • Add a small spoonful of cooled apple filling and a few pieces of caramel into each well.
   • Gently pinch cookie edges to seal the filling, then slightly flatten each ball.
4. Bake:
   • Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are just golden.
   • Remove from oven and sprinkle immediately with flaky sea salt.
   • Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

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Cook and Prep Times

Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 37 minutes

Enjoy the nostalgic taste of apple pie in the convenience of a cookie—with gooey salted caramel and just the right touch of sea salt, these easy fall cookies will become a staple in your seasonal baking!