Description
These Caramel Apple Cookies are a delightful recreation of Crumbl’s seasonal favorite. Featuring a soft, cinnamon-spiced cookie base topped with creamy caramel cream cheese frosting, fresh green apple chunks, and a buttery streusel, these cookies capture the essence of a caramel-dipped apple in every bite. pinterest.com +1 youtube.com +1
Ingredients
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- For the Cookie Base:
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup dark brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg, at room temperature
- 2 tablespoons apple juice concentrate
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- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/8 teaspoon ground allspice
- 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
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- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
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- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- For the Caramel Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 5 oz cream cheese, softened
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- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 3 tablespoons caramel sauce (homemade or store-bought)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup powdered sugar
- For the Streusel Topping:
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cold and cubed
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- Additional Toppings:
- 1 green apple, diced
- Extra caramel sauce, for drizzling
Instructions
- Prepare the Streusel:
- In a medium skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Remove from heat and stir in flour, sugar, cinnamon, and salt until the mixture forms small clumps.
- Return to heat, stirring frequently, until the streusel turns golden brown.
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- Transfer to a plate and let cool.
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- Make the Cookie Dough:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and dark brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg, apple juice concentrate, and vanilla extract; mix until well combined.
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- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, allspice, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
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- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Using a large cookie scoop (about ¼ cup), portion out 9 equal-sized dough balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them appropriately.
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- Bake for 12 minutes, or until the edges are set. Allow the cookies to cool completely on a wire rack.
- Prepare the Caramel Cream Cheese Frosting:
- In a medium bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy.
- Add the caramel sauce and vanilla extract; mix until well incorporated.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, beating until the frosting is light and fluffy.
- Assemble the Cookies:
- Once the cookies have cooled, frost each one with the caramel cream cheese frosting.
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- Top with diced green apple pieces and a sprinkle of the prepared streusel.
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- Drizzle additional caramel sauce over the top for an extra touch of sweetness.
Notes
- For the best flavor, use homemade caramel sauce.
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- These cookies are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Calories: 511
- Sugar: 43g
- Sodium: 899mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Carbohydrates: 71g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 68mg