Description
Candy apple cookies are sweet treats inspired by the classic caramel apple.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup chopped apples
- 1/2 cup caramel bits
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, cream together butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar.
- Add egg and vanilla extract; mix well.
- In another bowl, combine flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients.
- Fold in chopped apples and caramel bits.
- If desired, add chopped nuts.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden.
- Let cool before serving.
Notes
- Store cookies in an airtight container.
- Use tart apples for a balanced flavor.
- Experiment with different nuts for added texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: candy apple cookies, dessert, cookies, baking