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5-Min Caramel Apple Cookies Treats

Experience the cozy flavors of fall with Caramel Apple Cookie Crunch Treats! This delightful recipe combines the classic tastes of apple pie with the crunch of cookies, resulting in a dessert that's perfect for any gathering or a quiet night in. With soft cookie dough, chewy apple filling, and a drizzle of caramel, these treats are irresistibly delicious. Easy to make, they invite everyone into the kitchen for a fun baking experience. Enjoy the warmth of autumn in every bite!

Ingredients
  

1 cup apple pie filling (store-bought or homemade)

1 cup cookie mix (such as sugar cookie or snickerdoodle)

1/2 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)

1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

1/4 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)

Sea salt for garnish

Instructions
 

Prepare the Base: In a mixing bowl, combine the cookie mix with the ground cinnamon. If you're using a pre-packaged cookie mix, follow the amounts specified as a general guideline to ensure an even mixture.

    Add Apple Filling: Gently fold in the apple pie filling into the cookie mix until fully incorporated. The goal is to create a dough-like consistency with apple chunks visible.

      Shape Cookies: Scoop out tablespoon-sized balls of the dough and lightly roll them into uniform shapes. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving some space between each cookie for spreading.

        Drizzle with Caramel: Before baking, drizzle a small amount of caramel sauce over the top of each cookie ball. If desired, sprinkle the chopped walnuts or pecans on top for added crunch and flavor.

          Bake: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the cookies for 8-10 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.

            Finishing Touch: Once out of the oven, let them cool for a minute on the baking sheet before transferring them to a wire rack. While they are still warm, drizzle additional caramel sauce over the tops and sprinkle with a pinch of sea salt to enhance the flavor.

              Serve: Enjoy warm or at room temperature with a cup of milk or your favorite beverage. For an extra treat, add a sprinkling of mini chocolate chips right after baking when the cookies are still warm.

                Prep Time, Total Time, Servings: 5 mins | 15 mins | 12 servings