Apple Pie Cookies

If you love the cozy flavors of apple pie but want something quick, portable, and fun, these Apple Pie Cookies are the perfect solution. They pack the taste of a classic apple pie into a soft, chewy cookie with a gooey apple filling and a touch of cinnamon sugar.

They’re ideal for fall baking, Thanksgiving dessert trays, or holiday cookie exchanges. Plus, they’re easier than making a full pie—you can use canned apple pie filling or homemade for extra flavor. These cookies are soft, sweet, and bursting with autumn spice in every bite.

Ingredients

For the Cookie Dough:

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1 large egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp salt

For the Filling & Topping:

• 1 1/2 cups apple pie filling (chopped into small pieces)
• 2 tbsp granulated sugar
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• Caramel sauce (optional, for drizzling)

Preparation Steps

Step 1: Make the Dough

• Cream butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla until smooth.

Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients

• In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Slowly add to wet mixture until dough forms.

Step 3: Chill

• Cover dough and chill for 30 minutes to make it easier to shape.

Step 4: Prepare Apple Filling

• If using canned filling, chop apples into small pieces. If using homemade, cook diced apples with cinnamon and sugar until softened.

Step 5: Shape and Fill

• Scoop dough balls onto parchment-lined baking sheet. Flatten slightly and make an indent in the center. Spoon a small amount of apple filling into each indent.

Step 6: Add Cinnamon Sugar

• Mix 2 tbsp sugar with 1 tsp cinnamon and sprinkle over cookies.

Step 7: Bake

• Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 12–14 minutes, until golden brown around the edges.

Step 8: Cool and Serve

• Cool on wire rack. Drizzle with caramel sauce before serving if desired.

Variation

• Apple Pie Thumbprint Cookies: Make small thumbprint-style cookies with apple filling in the center.
• Apple Crumb Cookies: Add a streusel topping before baking for crunch.
• Caramel Apple Cookies: Drizzle caramel or stuff with a caramel candy.
• Glazed Apple Cookies: Finish with a powdered sugar glaze instead of caramel.
• Savory-Sweet: Add chopped cheddar cheese into the dough for a unique twist.

Serving Suggestions

• Perfect for Thanksgiving dessert platters.
• Great addition to holiday cookie exchanges.
• Serve warm with vanilla ice cream for an apple pie à la mode cookie.
• Pair with hot apple cider, pumpkin spice latte, or tea.

Prep Time / Cooking Time / Total Time

• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cooking Time: 14 minutes
• Total Time: ~35 minutes

Nutritional Info (per cookie, approx. 18 cookies)

• Calories: 190
• Protein: 2g
• Carbs: 29g
• Fat: 7g
• Sodium: 95mg

Conclusion

These Apple Pie Cookies are the perfect mashup of classic apple pie and soft cookies. Sweet, spiced, and easy to make, they’re a fun fall dessert that will impress at holiday gatherings or cozy family nights. Each bite is full of apple-cinnamon flavor and the warm comfort of homemade baking.