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Crumbl Caramel Apple Cookies

Deliciously Soft Crumbl Caramel Apple Cookies Recipe

These Crumbl Caramel Apple Cookies are a delightful treat filled with spices and creamy caramel frosting, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 9 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 290
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 1 cup cold butter Adds rich flavor and moisture.
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour The base for the cookie structure.
  • ½ cup sugar Balances sweetness.
  • ¼ cup brown sugar Contributes caramel-like taste.
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon Key spice for warm aroma.
  • ½ teaspoon salt Elevates flavors.
  • 1 large egg Binds ingredients together.
  • ¼ cup concentrated apple juice Infuses apple flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances sweetness.
  • 1 cup diced Granny Smith apple Provides a juicy burst.
For the Spices
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon Enhances autumnal flavor.
  • ¼ teaspoon ground ginger Adds subtle warmth.
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg Compliments cinnamon.
  • ¼ teaspoon ground allspice Adds depth to spice mix.
For the Frosting
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened Creates a creamy base.
  • ¼ cup softened butter Adds richness.
  • 1 cup powdered sugar Sweetens the frosting.
  • ¼ cup caramel sauce Adds caramel flavor.
For the Toppings
  • 1 cup cubed green apple Adds freshness.
  • 1 cup cooled streusel Adds sweetness and texture.
  • ¼ cup extra caramel sauce Intensifies caramel flavor.

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Skillet
  • Mixer
  • Cookie scoop
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium skillet, melt cold butter over medium heat. Stir in flour, sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt until small clumps form. Heat until golden brown, then cool completely.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together cream cheese, softened butter, sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add in the egg, concentrated apple juice, and vanilla extract. Beat together until well combined.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, allspice, baking soda, and baking powder.
  6. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
  7. Using a cookie scoop, portion out dough balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
  8. Bake cookies for 12 minutes until lightly golden and set around the edges. Allow to cool.
  9. In a medium bowl, beat together cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and caramel sauce until fluffy.
  10. Frost each cooled cookie with the caramel cream cheese frosting.
  11. Top each cookie with cubed granny smith apple, cooled streusel, and a drizzle of caramel sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 2gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, measure ingredients accurately, don't overmix the dough, and allow cookies to cool completely before frosting.

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