Description
Delightful caramel apple pie cookies that combine the classic flavors of apple pie with a flaky crust, caramel topping, and a cinnamon-spiced sugar sprinkle. These bite-sized treats are perfect for fall gatherings, holiday parties, or a comforting snack any time of the year.
Ingredients
Scale
Pie Crusts
- 1 package (2 crusts) refrigerated pie crust
Filling
- 5 oz caramel topping
- 10 oz apple pie filling
Egg Wash & Topping
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
Instructions
- Preheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper or greasing it lightly with nonstick cooking spray to ensure the cookies won’t stick during baking.
- Prepare Crusts: Allow the refrigerated pie crusts to warm slightly at room temperature to make them easier to handle. Lightly dust a clean work surface with flour, then roll out each crust a bit to flatten and even them out for assembly.
- Assemble Bites: Spread a thin layer of caramel topping evenly over one of the rolled-out crusts. Chop the apple pie filling into smaller pieces to distribute well and spread evenly over the caramel layer. Cut the second crust into thin ½-inch strips and weave them in a lattice pattern on top of the apple filling. Use a cookie cutter or knife to cut the layered pastry into circles or squares to form individual pie bites. Carefully transfer these pie cookies to your prepared baking sheet.
- Egg Wash and Topping: In a small bowl, beat the egg until smooth. In another bowl, mix together the granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg. Brush the tops of each pie bite generously with the beaten egg wash, then sprinkle with the cinnamon-sugar-spice mixture to add a sweet and flavorful crust finish.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the crusts turn a beautiful golden brown and the filling is bubbly, signaling that your pie cookies are perfectly baked and ready to enjoy.
Notes
- Allow the pie crust to warm slightly before working to prevent cracking.
- Chopping the apple filling creates a more even distribution of apples in each bite.
- You can use a muffin tin to hold the cookies if you want a more uniform shape during baking.
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of ground cloves or allspice to the cinnamon sugar topping.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
