Description
Delight in these soft and chewy Caramel-Drizzled Apple Cinnamon Cookies, perfect for fall or any time you crave a comforting treat. Sweet diced apples and warm cinnamon spice are baked into tender cookies and finished with a luscious drizzle of rich caramel sauce, adding a touch of indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
Cookie Dough
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup diced apple (about 1 medium apple, peeled and cored)
Caramel Drizzle
- ½ cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 tablespoon heavy cream (optional, for a thinner drizzle)
Instructions
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients and Fold in Apples: In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Gently fold in diced apples.
- Chill Dough: Cover the dough and refrigerate for 30 minutes to help prevent spreading during baking.
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Shape and Bake Cookies: Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart to allow room for spreading. Bake for 12–15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prepare Caramel Drizzle and Serve: In a small bowl, mix caramel sauce with heavy cream if using, to achieve a thinner consistency for drizzling. Drizzle the caramel over the cooled cookies before serving for a delicious finishing touch.
Notes
- For a more pronounced apple flavor, use a tart variety like Granny Smith.
- Ensure apples are diced small to distribute evenly and prevent soggy spots.
- Refrigerating the dough helps control spread and keeps cookies thick and soft.
- If you prefer, use homemade caramel sauce for a richer flavor.
- The heavy cream in the drizzle is optional but helps create a smooth, pourable caramel topping.
