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Apple Pie Cookie Cups

Apple Pie Cookie Cups combine the classic flavors of warm spiced apples and a buttery cookie crust into a delightful, bite-sized dessert that's easy to make and perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time22 minutes
Total Time42 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Apple, Baked, Cookie, Easy, Fall, Pie, Spiced
Servings: 12 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar packed
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 medium apple such as Granny Smith or Fuji, peeled, cored, and diced
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons light corn syrup or honey as a natural sweetener alternative
  • caramel sauce or whipped cream optional, for serving

Instructions

  • In a small bowl, toss the diced apples with lemon juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, and corn syrup or honey. Set aside to let the flavors meld while you prepare the cookie dough.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
  • In a separate large bowl, beat the softened butter with both sugars until light and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla extract, beating until fully combined.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until incorporated. The dough should be soft but not sticky.
  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a muffin tin or line with paper liners.
  • Take about 2 tablespoons of cookie dough and press it evenly into the bottom and up the sides of each muffin cup to form a cup shape. Spoon a heaping tablespoon of the apple filling into each cookie dough cup.
  • Bake the cookie cups for 18-22 minutes, or until the cookie crust is golden brown and the apples are tender.
  • Allow the cookie cups to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve warm or at room temperature, optionally drizzled with caramel sauce or topped with whipped cream.

Equipment

  • Muffin Tin
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Whisk

Notes

Use firm apples like Granny Smith or Fuji for best texture. Don’t overfill the cookie cups to avoid overflow. Chilling the dough before shaping helps handling. Grease muffin tins well or use liners. For extra crunch, add chopped nuts to the filling. Adjust baking time for softer crust. Variations include adding caramel sauce, cranberries, gluten-free flour, or making a vegan version.