Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of fall with these Easy Crumbl Caramel Apple Cookies. Each bite combines the sweetness of fresh apples and rich caramel, creating a warm and inviting treat perfect for family gatherings or cozy evenings at home. The soft, chewy texture ensures a satisfying experience, while the aromatic spices of cinnamon and nutmeg evoke memories of autumn days. With only a 20-minute prep time, these cookies are as easy to make as they are delicious. Whether paired with hot beverages or enjoyed on their own, these cookies are sure to impress everyone who tries them.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup softened butter
- 3/4 cup white sugar
- 1/4 cup dark brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 tbsp concentrated apple juice
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/8 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp ground ginger
- 1/8 tsp allspice
- 3/4 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 5 oz softened cream cheese
- 4 tbsp butter, softened
- 3 tbsp caramel sauce (homemade or purchased)
- 3/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup flour
- 1 tbsp white sugar
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 1/2 tbsp cold butter, cubed
- 1 green apple, chopped into cubes
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream together softened butter, white sugar, and brown sugar until smooth. Add egg, apple juice, and vanilla; mix well.
- In another bowl, combine flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to wet ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
- Fold in chopped apples and scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto the prepared baking sheet. Bake for about 12 minutes or until lightly golden.
- For the caramel topping: Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth; stir in caramel sauce and gradually mix in powdered sugar until creamy.
- Top each cooled cookie with a dollop of caramel topping before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (25g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg