Delicious and Easy Apple Pie Cookies Recipe

These awesome apple pie cookies are a delightful treat that combines the classic flavors of apple pie in a bite-sized form. The buttery cookie dough is filled with a sweet and spiced apple filling, and the cinnamon sugar coating adds a crispy and caramelized finish. These cookies are perfect for any occasion and are sure to impress your family and friends.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 medium apples, peeled and finely diced
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon allspice
• 1/4 cup water
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Directions

1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
2. In another bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and mix well.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
5. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
6. In a saucepan, combine the diced apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and water.
7. Cook over medium heat until the apples are tender and the mixture thickens, about 10 minutes.
8. Remove from heat and let the filling cool completely.
9. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
10. In a small bowl, combine the granulated sugar and cinnamon for the coating.
11. Take a tablespoon-sized portion of the chilled dough and flatten it in your palm.
12. Place a spoonful of the apple filling in the center of the dough.
13. Fold the edges of the dough over the filling and pinch them together to seal.
14. Roll the cookie dough ball in the cinnamon sugar coating and place it on the prepared baking sheet.
15. Repeat with the remaining dough and filling, spacing the cookies about 2 inches apart.
16. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the cookies are golden brown around the edges.
17. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

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