Apple Pie Cookies
These Apple Pie Cookies combine flaky pie crust, tender apple filling, and cinnamon sugar for a dessert that tastes like classic apple pie in every bite.
Ingredients
Apple Filling Ingredients
- 2 Granny Smith apples, peeled and diced Small pieces recommended
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch For thickening the filling
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon apple cider Optional, enhances flavor
Cookie Dough and Assembly
- 1 package store bought pie crust Or homemade pie dough from scratch
- 1 egg Beaten, for brushing
Topping Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar For cinnamon sugar topping
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Salted caramel sauce or powdered sugar Optional for garnish
Instructions
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, cook diced apples, granulated sugar, brown sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, and apple cider for 5-7 minutes until the apples soften and the mixture thickens. Let cool completely.
- Roll out the pie dough and cut circles using a cookie cutter. Re-roll leftover dough as needed.
- Place half the rounds on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Add 1 tablespoon of apple filling to each center. Top with another dough round and press edges to seal.
- Brush tops with beaten egg. Mix granulated sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl and sprinkle over cookies.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 18-22 minutes or until golden brown. Allow the cookies to cool before drizzling with caramel sauce or dusting with powdered sugar.
Notes
Nutrition Information
- Calories: 190
- Total Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
- Sodium: 130mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 28g
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Total Sugars: 14g
- Added Sugars: 12g