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5 Easy Steps For A Magical Surprise Recipe

5 Easy Steps For A Magical Surprise Recipe
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This Caramel Apple Cookie recipe combines the cozy flavors of autumn with a soft, chewy texture. Featuring finely chopped apples, rich caramel chips, and a hint of cinnamon, these cookies offer a perfect balance of sweetness and spice. Ideal for fall baking, these homemade cookies are easy to make and delightfully satisfying for family gatherings or casual snacking.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Add-ins

  • 1/2 cup caramel chips
  • 1 1/2 cups finely chopped apples (Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Fuji)
  • Optional: 1/2 cup chopped pecans or white chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat and prepare baking sheet: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt evenly to distribute the leavening and spices.
  3. Cream butter and sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream the unsalted butter and packed brown sugar using a hand or stand mixer until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, which typically takes about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Add eggs and vanilla: Incorporate the eggs one at a time into the butter and sugar mixture, beating well after each addition to ensure full incorporation, then add the vanilla extract and mix until combined.
  5. Combine wet and dry: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed or folding gently until just combined to avoid overmixing which can toughen the cookies.
  6. Fold in apples and caramel chips: Carefully fold in the finely chopped apples and caramel chips. If using, also fold in chopped pecans or white chocolate chips for added texture and flavor.
  7. Portion dough: Use a cookie scoop or spoon to drop rounded portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
  8. Bake cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown while the centers remain soft and slightly underbaked for a chewy texture.
  9. Cool cookies: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to set before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Optional finishing touch: For extra indulgence, drizzle warm caramel sauce over the cooled cookies before serving to enhance the caramel flavor and sweetness.

Notes

  • Use firm apples like Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Fuji for the best texture that holds up in baking.
  • Do not overmix the dough to avoid dense cookies; mix until ingredients are just combined.
  • Cookie dough can be refrigerated for up to 24 hours before baking to improve flavor and texture.
  • Optional pecans add a nice crunch and complement the apple and caramel flavors well.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days or freeze for longer storage.
  • For a gluten-free version, substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free baking blend.

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