Ingredients
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- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup diced fresh apples (preferably tart apples like Granny Smith)
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce (for drizzling or filling)
- Optional: chopped nuts or raisins for added texture
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats. Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
- In a large bowl, beat softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add egg and vanilla extract, mixing until fully incorporated.
- Add dry ingredients gradually, mixing on low or by hand until dough forms.
- Gently fold in diced apples and optional nuts or raisins.
- Using a cookie scoop, portion dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart. Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden brown.
- Remove from oven, let cool slightly.
- Drizzle or spread warm caramel sauce over the cookies. For extra indulgence, sandwich with caramel filling.
Notes
- For extra flavor, sprinkle a little cinnamon sugar on top of the cookies before baking.
- Make ahead by freezing the cookie dough balls; bake directly from frozen, adding 3-4 minutes to baking time.
- Use tart apples for the best flavor; Granny Smith apples work well.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150 Kcal
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
