Copycat Crumbl Caramel Apple Cookies
Experience the delightful taste of fall with these soft, chewy cookies combining buttery caramel and tart apples, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Use room temperature for easy mixing.
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed Adds moisture and depth of flavor.
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar For added sweetness.
- 2 large eggs Bind the ingredients.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances flavor.
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour Base for the cookies.
- 1 teaspoon baking soda Leavening agent.
- 1/2 teaspoon salt Balances sweetness.
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon For warm, cozy flavor.
Mix-Ins
- 1 cup rolled oats Adds texture.
- 1 cup chopped apples, peeled and cored Use firm apples like Granny Smith.
- 1 cup caramel bits or squares For gooey sweetness.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- Slowly mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Fold in rolled oats, chopped apples, and caramel bits.
Baking
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Drop spoonfuls of cookie dough onto the prepared sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
Serve cookies warm with milk, or dust with powdered sugar for extra sweetness. For a delightful dessert, pair with vanilla ice cream.