Description
These cookies taste just like mini apple pies—crisp edges, gooey centers, and a sweet cinnamon glaze. Perfect for fall gatherings, holiday trays, or just because!
Ingredients
For the filling:
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2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and finely diced
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2 tbsp butter
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2 tbsp brown sugar
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1 tsp cinnamon
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½ tsp nutmeg
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1 tsp cornstarch
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1 tbsp water
For the cookie base:
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1 roll refrigerated pie crusts (or homemade pie dough)
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1 egg (for egg wash)
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1 tbsp coarse sugar (optional, for sprinkling)
For the glaze:
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½ cup powdered sugar
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1–2 tsp milk or cream
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¼ tsp cinnamon
Instructions
1️⃣ Make the filling: In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add diced apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Cook for 5–7 minutes until soft. Mix cornstarch with water and stir into apples. Cook 1 more minute until thickened. Let cool.
2️⃣ Preheat oven: Set to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
3️⃣ Cut out cookies: Roll out pie crusts and use a round cutter (about 2½ inches) to cut out circles. Place half the circles on the baking sheet.
4️⃣ Add filling: Spoon a small amount of cooled apple filling into the center of each bottom crust circle. Top with another pie crust circle and press edges with a fork to seal. Brush with egg wash and sprinkle with coarse sugar.
5️⃣ Bake: Bake for 15–18 minutes, or until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack.
6️⃣ Glaze: Mix powdered sugar, milk, and cinnamon. Drizzle over cooled cookies.
Notes
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Use pre-made apple pie filling for a shortcut.
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Try adding caramel bits or raisins to the filling for a twist.
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Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 20 min
- Cook Time: 18 min