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
- 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 until browned. Transfer to a large bowl to cool 20 minutes, refrigerate 10 minutes if still warm.
- Whisk flour, cornstarch, baking soda, and baking powder in a separate bowl; set aside.
- Add granulated and brown sugar to cooled brown butter; mix until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
- Gradually fold dry ingredients into wet mixture until just combined.
- Wrap dough and refrigerate at least 1 hour.
- Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F). Line baking sheet with parchment. Scoop 3 oz dough balls, 2 inches apart, bake 12 minutes until edges are golden and centers soft.
- Press center of each cookie with a small glass, fill with 1 tablespoon diced apple filling. Cool on wire rack.
- Serve warm with milk or tea.
Notes
- Use high-quality apple pie filling for best flavor.
- 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