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Crumbl Caramel Apple Cookies

Irresistible Crumbl Caramel Apple Cookies for Cozy Days

Crumbl Caramel Apple Cookies feature warm cinnamon, creamy caramel frosting, and crunchy apple bits—perfect for cozy autumn days.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 9 cookies
Course: Dessert Recipes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup cold butter helps create a flaky texture
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour gives structure to the cookies
  • 1 cup sugar sweetens the dough
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon enhances flavor
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt elevates sweetness
  • 0.5 cup softened butter ensures easy creaming
  • 0.5 cup white sugar adds sweetness
  • 0.5 cup dark brown sugar contributes moisture
  • 1 large egg binds ingredients
  • 0.5 cup concentrated apple juice infuses flavor
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract adds aromatic note
  • 1 cup diced green apple preferably Granny Smith
For the Spices
  • 0.5 cup additional all-purpose flour provides batter consistency
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger adds zesty twist
  • 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg brings warmth
  • 0.25 teaspoon ground allspice offers hint of clove
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda helps cookies rise
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder ensures fluffiness
For the Frosting
  • 8 oz softened cream cheese creates rich base
  • 2 cups powdered sugar sweetens and thickens
  • 0.5 cup caramel sauce adds decadence
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract enhances frosting
Optional Topping
  • 1 cup streusel topping adds crunch and extra flavor

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • Skillet
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • cookie scoop

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Melt the cold butter in a skillet, then stir in flour, sugar, cinnamon, and salt to make streusel.
  3. Cook the streusel over medium heat until golden brown, about 3-5 minutes.
  4. Cream softened butter, white sugar, and dark brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  5. Beat in the egg, apple juice, and vanilla until just combined.
  6. Whisk together additional flour and spices, then gradually incorporate into wet mixture.
  7. Portion out 9 dough balls and place on the prepared baking sheet.
  8. Bake for 12 minutes until lightly golden and set around the edges.
  9. Let cookies cool completely on the baking sheet.
  10. Beat together cream cheese and butter, then add powdered sugar and caramel sauce for frosting.
  11. Frost cooled cookies generously with the frosting.
  12. Top each frosted cookie with diced green apple, cooled streusel, and a drizzle of caramel.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use high-quality ingredients for best flavor and avoid overmixing to keep cookies tender.

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