Description
Apple Pie Cookies are a delightful twist on a classic dessert, merging the nostalgic flavors of apple pie into a handheld treat. With a buttery, flaky crust and a warm spiced apple filling, these cookies are perfect for family gatherings, cozy evenings, or as an indulgent snack any day of the week. They are easy to make and fun to share, making them ideal for bakers of all skill levels. Enjoy them warm with a scoop of ice cream or freshly brewed coffee for a comforting experience that celebrates the essence of fall.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 medium apples, peeled, cored, and diced
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon milk (for glaze)
- ½ cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. In another large mixing bowl, cream the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract. Gradually add the flour mixture until combined. Chill this dough in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
- In a medium saucepan, combine diced apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and cornstarch. Cook over medium heat until the apples are tender—about 5 to 7 minutes. Remove from heat and let it cool.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface to about ¼ inch thickness. Cut into circles using your cookie cutter.
- Place half of these circles on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Spoon a small amount of apple filling onto each circle's center. Top with another dough circle and press edges to seal.
- Place in your preheated oven and bake for 15-18 minutes or until lightly golden. Once done, remove from oven and allow cooling on a wire rack.
- In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar and milk until smooth. Drizzle this glaze over cooled cookies.
- Once the glaze has set nicely on your cookies, serve them up! Enjoy these delicious Apple Pie Cookies that bring together all the flavors of fall in every bite!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg