Apple Pie Cookie Cups
Apple Pie Cookie Cups are delightful treats that capture the essence of homemade apple pie in a fun, hand-held cup. Made with a buttery cookie base and filled with warm, gooey apple filling, they are perfect for gatherings or as a special snack for yourself.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamo
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups apples (peeled and diced)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a muffin tin by greasing it lightly or using muffin liners.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, cream the softened butter until light and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla extract and mix until smooth.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- In another bowl, combine diced apples, brown sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Mix until the apples are well-coated.
- Take a rounded tablespoon of cookie dough and press it into each muffin cup, creating a well for the apple filling.
- Fill each cookie cup with the apple mixture, pressing down gently to fit more in.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until golden brown and the apples are tender.
- Let the cookie cups cool in the muffin tin for about 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
Notes
Always use room temperature ingredients for better incorporation. Consider using gluten-free flour for dietary restrictions. You can freeze unbaked cookie cups for future baking.