Caramel Apple Pie Cookie Cups (Print Version)
Golden cookie cups loaded with apples and topped with luscious caramel for a sweet bite-sized dessert.
# Ingredients:
→ Dry Ingredients
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
→ Wet Ingredients
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1 cup unsalted butter, softened
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3/4 cup granulated sugar
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3/4 cup packed brown sugar
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1 large egg
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Filling and Add-ins
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2 cups peeled and diced apples (about 2 medium)
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1 cup caramel sauce, plus 1/4 cup for drizzling
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1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
# Steps:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C). Grease a standard muffin tin or line with cupcake liners.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg until uniform.
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In a separate large bowl, beat softened butter, granulated sugar, and packed brown sugar until pale and fluffy. Blend in the egg and vanilla extract until incorporated.
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Gradually fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients, mixing gently until just combined. Fold in diced apples and nuts if desired.
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Portion about 2 tablespoons of dough into each muffin cup, pressing to form a cup shape against the bottom and sides.
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Place muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until edges are golden brown.
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Allow cookie cups to cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer carefully to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Once cooled, spoon caramel sauce into the center of each cookie cup. Drizzle with additional caramel sauce before serving.
# Notes:
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Use firm, tart apples such as Granny Smith for best texture and flavor balance.