Caramel Apple Delights: Irresistible Festive Cookies 🍏🍪
🍪 Introducing a delightful treat that embodies the cozy flavors of fall and the festive spirit of Christmas: Caramel Apple Cookies! 🍏 These scrumptious cookies are perfect for sharing with loved ones or indulging in all by yourself. With a preparation time of just 30 minutes and a total time of 42 minutes, you’ll have a batch of delicious cookies ready to enjoy in no time.
Caramel Apple Cookies Recipe
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1/2 cup | Vegetable shortening |
| 1 1/4 cups | Light brown sugar |
| 1 | Egg |
| 1/2 cup | All-purpose flour |
| 2 1/4 tsp | Baking soda |
| 1 tsp | Salt |
| 1/4 tsp | Ground cinnamon |
| 1/4 tsp | Ground cloves |
| 1 | Apple, finely chopped |
| 2-3 tbsp | Margarine |
| 1/3 cup | Light brown sugar |
| 2 tbsp | Water |
| 1 1/2 cups | Powdered sugar |
| 2-4 tbsp | Milk |
| 5 | Walnuts, crushed |
Instructions:
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Prepare the Dough:
- In a medium bowl, beat together the vegetable shortening and light brown sugar until well blended. Add the egg and beat until incorporated.
- Mix in 1/4 cup of apple juice until combined.
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Combine Dry Ingredients:
- In another bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, ground cinnamon, and ground cloves.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the remaining 1/4 cup of apple juice, until a smooth dough forms.
- Fold in the finely chopped apple pieces.
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Bake the Cookies:
- Drop teaspoonfuls of dough onto greased cookie sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) until the cookies are golden brown, about 10 to 12 minutes.
- Once baked, transfer the cookies to wire racks to cool completely.
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Prepare the Caramel Frosting:
- In a saucepan over medium-high heat, combine the margarine, light brown sugar, and water. Stir continuously until the sugar has dissolved.
- Remove the mixture from the heat and beat in the powdered sugar and enough milk to achieve a spreadable consistency. Use immediately.
- If the frosting begins to harden, gently reheat it over low heat and stir in additional milk as needed.
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Frost and Garnish:
- Once the cookies have cooled, spread each cookie with a generous layer of caramel frosting.
- Sprinkle crushed walnuts over the frosting on each cookie for an added crunch and nutty flavor.
These Caramel Apple Cookies are a delightful blend of sweet caramel, tart apples, and warm spices, making them the perfect treat for any occasion, from holiday gatherings to everyday indulgence. Enjoy them with a glass of milk or a cup of hot cocoa for the ultimate cozy experience! 🍂🍪
