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Easy Apple Pie Cookies: Your New Favorite Fall Treat

Two golden baked apple pie cookies, one cut open to show the spiced apple filling, dusted with cinnamon.
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Bake these simple Apple Pie Cookies that capture all the warm, spiced apple flavor of a classic pie in a convenient, buttery cookie form. Perfect for holiday baking or cozy autumn days.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup finely diced, peeled apples (like Granny Smith)
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 egg white, lightly beaten (for brushing)
  • Optional: Caramel drizzle or streusel topping

Instructions

  1. Prepare the apple filling: In a small saucepan, combine the diced apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, cornstarch, and water. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the apples soften and the mixture thickens into a jam-like consistency, about 8-10 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
  2. Make the cookie dough: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined to form a soft dough.
  4. Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes. This makes rolling easier.
  5. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  6. Assemble the cookies: Roll out half of the chilled dough to about 1/8-inch thickness. Use a round cookie cutter (about 3 inches) to cut out circles. Repeat with the remaining dough.
  7. Place a teaspoon of the cooled apple filling in the center of half the dough circles.
  8. Place the remaining dough circles on top of the filling. Gently press the edges together with a fork to seal, creating a mini pie pocket.
  9. Brush the tops lightly with the beaten egg white for shine. You can lightly score the top with a knife for venting, like a real pie.
  10. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
  11. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Drizzle with caramel if desired.

Notes

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  • If you prefer a flakier crust texture, chill the dough longer or substitute some of the butter with cold shortening.
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