Apple Pie Cookies Recipe
Imagine the warm, spiced aroma of a classic apple pie, but in a perfectly portable, hand-held cookie. These Apple Pie Cookies deliver exactly that, combining a buttery, flaky crust with a tender cinnamon-apple filling. After extensive testing, I’ve perfected this recipe to ensure a crisp, golden exterior and a gooey, flavorful center every time, making them a guaranteed hit for any gathering.
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Ingredients
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- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter (cold and cubed)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 Granny Smith apples (peeled and finely diced)
- 1/4 cup brown sugar (for filling)
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- Pinch of allspice
Instructions
- In a food processor, pulse flour, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, 1/4 cup brown sugar, and salt until combined.
- Add cold butter cubes and pulse until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add egg and vanilla, pulse until dough comes together.
- Wrap dough in plastic and chill for 1 hour.
- Meanwhile, mix diced apples with 1/4 cup brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice for the filling.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Roll out dough to 1/8 inch thickness and cut into 3-inch circles.
- Place a spoonful of apple filling in the center of each circle.
- Fold edges up to create a little tart, pinching to seal.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes until golden brown.
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