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Apple Pie Cookies Recipe

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Delight in these charming Apple Pie Cookies, featuring a flaky pie crust filled with spiced apple pie filling and a drizzle of caramel, all topped with a decorative lattice crust and sparkling sugar. Perfectly baked to golden brown, these cookies bring the comforting flavors of classic apple pie into an easy-to-eat, handheld treat.

Ingredients

Scale

Apple Pie Filling

  • 21 ounces canned apple pie filling
  • ½ teaspoon apple pie spice

Pie Crust and Toppings

  • 15 ounces twin pack pre-made rolled pie crust
  • 4 tablespoons caramel sundae syrup
  • 2 tablespoons white sparkling sugar

Egg Wash

  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 tablespoon water, room temperature

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent sticking.
  2. Prepare Apple Filling: Dice the apples in the canned pie filling to smaller pieces, then mix them in a small bowl with the apple pie spice until well combined.
  3. Roll First Pie Crust: Roll out the first pre-made pie crust into a 12-inch circle to form the base for the cookies.
  4. Prepare Lattice Strips: Roll out the second pie crust sleeve to a length of 13 to 14 inches, then use a pizza cutter to slice ¼ inch wide strips. Next, cut these strips into 3 to 3 ½-inch long pieces for the lattice topping.
  5. Cut Dough Circles: Using a 3-inch cookie cutter, cut out 12 circles from the first pie crust. Re-roll the scraps as needed to make all 12 circles.
  6. Assemble Cookie Base: Place the dough circles on the prepared baking sheet spaced about 1 inch apart.
  7. Add Caramel and Filling: Spoon 1 teaspoon of caramel sundae syrup into the center of each dough circle, then add 1½ tablespoons of the prepared diced apple filling on top—do not spread; it will distribute while baking.
  8. Construct Lattice Top: Create a lattice by layering 4 strips of the sliced pie dough up and down over the filling and 3 strips across to form the classic crisscross pattern. Trim excess dough and gently press the ends into the edges of each cookie.
  9. Apply Egg Wash: Beat the egg and water together in a small bowl to prepare the egg wash. Brush this mixture over the lattice and edges of each cookie for a beautiful golden finish.
  10. Add Sparkling Sugar: Sprinkle the top of each cookie generously with white sparkling sugar to add a sweet crunch and shimmer.
  11. Bake Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 28 minutes until the tops are golden brown. Start checking at 20 minutes as ovens vary.
  12. Cool: Let the cookies rest on the baking sheet for 10 minutes after baking to set, then transfer them to a cooling rack for an additional 20 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Using pre-made pie crust saves time and ensures flaky results.
  • Adjust baking time slightly depending on your oven to avoid over-browning.
  • Use a sharp pizza cutter for clean lattice strips.
  • Caramel sundae syrup adds a delightful gooey sweetness—feel free to substitute with caramel sauce.
  • These cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
  • Serve warm or at room temperature, optionally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Keywords: apple pie cookies, lattice cookies, apple dessert, caramel apple cookies, handheld apple pie, baked apple treats

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