Description
These Crumbl-style Caramel Apple Cookies are soft, buttery, and topped with spiced apple pie filling and rich caramel drizzle. They taste just like fall in a cookie—perfect for holidays, bake sales, or anytime you’re craving a caramel apple treat!
Ingredients
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For the Cookies:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
For the Apple Topping:
- 2 medium apples, peeled and diced (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
For the Caramel Drizzle:
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt (optional, for salted caramel)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Make the cookie dough – In a bowl, cream butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until fluffy. Add eggs and vanilla, mixing until smooth.
- Mix dry ingredients – In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Gradually mix into wet ingredients until combined.
- Scoop & bake – Using a large cookie scoop, drop dough onto the baking sheet. Flatten slightly. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden. Let cool completely.
- Prepare the apple topping – In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add apples, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Cook for 5 minutes until soft. Stir in cornstarch and water, cooking for 2 more minutes until thickened. Let cool.
- Assemble the cookies – Spoon apple topping onto each cookie. Drizzle with warm caramel sauce.
- Serve & enjoy – Optional: Sprinkle with sea salt for extra flavor. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Make Ahead: Store cookies without toppings in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Assemble before serving.
- Caramel Sauce: Use store-bought or make homemade by melting caramels with heavy cream.
- Apple Swap: Try pears or peaches for a twist on flavors!