Description
Salted Apple Pie Cookies are a delightful twist on traditional apple pie, combining the rich flavor of browned butter and sweet apple filling into soft, tender cookies.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup salted butter, browned
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup apple pie filling, diced
Instructions
- Melt salted butter in a medium skillet over medium heat, stirring continuously. Allow to foam, turn amber, and develop brown bits. Transfer to a large mixing bowl to cool for 20 minutes. If still warm, refrigerate for 10 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, baking soda, and baking powder. Set aside.
- Add granulated sugar and brown sugar to the cooled brown butter, mixing until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, stirring well after each. Mix in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, folding gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to ensure tender cookies.
- Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to meld flavors and maintain thickness.
- Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Scoop 3 oz dough balls and place 2 inches apart. Bake for 12 minutes, until edges are golden and centers remain soft.
- Let the cookies cool slightly. Press the center of each cookie with a small glass to create a well. Fill each well with 1 tablespoon of diced apple filling. Cool on a wire rack.
- Serve the cookies warm for the ultimate flavor experience. Pair with milk or tea for extra comfort.
Notes
- For best results, use high-quality apple pie filling.
- Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
- Adjust baking time for desired cookie softness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg