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Salted Apple Pie Cookies (Easy Cookie Recipe) Recipe

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These Salted Apple Pie Cookies combine the warmth of classic apple pie flavors with the ease of a cookie recipe. Browned salted butter dough creates a rich, buttery base, while a sweet apple pie filling center adds a burst of fruity sweetness. Finished with a touch of salt to balance the flavors, these cookies are perfect for fall or anytime you want a comforting treat with an apple pie twist.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies

Ingredients

For the Cookie Dough:

  • 1 cup salted butter, browned
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients:

  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder

For the Filling:

  • 1 cup apple pie filling, diced (try ED Smith’s apple pie filling for convenience)

Instructions

  1. Brown the Butter: In a saucepan, melt the salted butter over medium heat and cook, stirring frequently, until it turns golden brown and fragrant. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  2. Mix Sugars and Eggs: In a large mixing bowl, combine the browned butter with granulated sugar and brown sugar. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
  3. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking soda, and baking powder to ensure an even distribution.
  4. Make the Dough: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the cookies tender.
  5. Assemble Cookies: Take a scoop of cookie dough, flatten it slightly in your palm, place a spoonful of diced apple pie filling in the center, then wrap the dough around the filling and seal to form a ball.
  6. Bake the Cookies: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the cookie balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are golden and the cookies are set.
  7. Cool: Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Browned salted butter adds a nutty, rich flavor—don’t skip this step.
  • Use store-bought apple pie filling for convenience or make your own with fresh apples, cinnamon, and sugar.
  • Make sure to fully seal the cookie dough around the filling to prevent leaks during baking.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
  • For a less sweet option, reduce the granulated sugar to ⅓ cup.
  • Author: Madelynn
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://allyumcooks.com/salted-apple-pie-cookies-easy-cookie-recipe-recipe/