Description
Delight in these homemade Caramel Apple Pie Cookies that capture the essence of a classic apple pie in a perfect bite-sized treat. Featuring tender pie crust filled with sweet apple pie filling and rich caramel topping, finished with a cinnamon-spiced sugar sprinkle and golden lattice crust, these cookies are ideal for sharing or enjoying as a festive dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
Pie Crust
- 1 package (2 crusts) refrigerated pie crust
Filling
- 5 oz caramel topping
- 10 oz apple pie filling
Egg Wash and 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 lightly greasing it with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Prepare Crusts: Let the refrigerated pie crusts warm slightly at room temperature for easier handling. Lightly dust your work surface with flour and roll out each crust a little to smooth and loosen them.
- Assemble Bites: Spread a thin, even layer of caramel topping over one of the pie crusts. Chop the apple pie filling into smaller pieces for even distribution and spread it evenly over the caramel layer. Cut the second crust into ½-inch wide strips and arrange them in a lattice pattern over the apple filling.
- Cut and Transfer: Use a cookie cutter or sharp knife to cut the layered crusts into circles or squares sized for individual cookies. Carefully transfer the pie bites onto your prepared baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart.
- Prepare Egg Wash and Sugar Topping: In a small bowl, beat the large egg until smooth to create an egg wash. In another bowl, combine the granulated sugar with ground cinnamon and nutmeg to make a flavorful cinnamon sugar mixture.
- Finish and Bake: Brush the tops of each pie cookie with the egg wash to promote browning and help the sugar topping stick. Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture generously over the tops. Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the crusts are golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
Notes
- Allow the pie crusts to warm slightly but do not over-soften to avoid tearing during handling.
- Using a lattice crust adds a decorative touch and lets the filling peek through.
- Feel free to use your favorite brand of caramel topping and apple pie filling for best flavor.
- Let cookies cool for a few minutes before serving as the filling will be very hot.
- Store leftover cookies in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature.
