Mini Apple Pie Cookies Give This Fall Fruit A Sweet New Purpose
Prep Time:
15 minutes
Cook Time:
10 minutes
Servings:
12 Cookies
Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ¾ teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoons cinnamon, divided
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 13 tablespoons butter, room temperature, divided
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup brown sugar, divided
  • 1 egg
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and diced
  • 2 tablespoons water, divided
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
Directions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350 F.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, ½ teaspoon cinnamon, and salt.
  3. In another large bowl, beat 12 tablespoons (1 ½ sticks) butter, granulated sugar, and ¼ cup brown sugar together until fluffy, about 2 minutes. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
  4. Add the egg, egg yolk, and vanilla and beat until smooth.
  5. Add the dry ingredients to the butter/sugar mixture and beat on low speed until just combined, then switch to a spatula to form a dough.
  6. Scoop heaping 1-inch dough balls onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  7. Deeply indent the cookies in the middle using your finger or knuckle to create a well.
  8. Bake until cookies are golden, about 10-12 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly for 2 minutes.
  9. While the cookies are baking, prepare the apple filling. Add 1 tablespoon butter and ½ teaspoon cinnamon to a skillet over medium heat. Stir to melt and combine.
  10. Stir in the apples, ¼ cup brown sugar, and 1 tablespoon water. Simmer for about 5 minutes, or until softened.
  11. Mix the cornstarch into the remaining 1 tablespoon water and add to the mixture. Stir until thick, about 2 minutes.
  12. While the cookies are still warm, spoon the filling into the wells, pressing down to collapse the centers. Serve warm.