Caramel Apple Oatmeal Cookies
Soft and chewy oatmeal cookies packed with gooey caramel bits and bursts of sweet, tart apple—perfect for cozy fall gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup old-fashioned oats
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup caramel bits
- 1/2 cup fresh apple, diced (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- Optional: 1/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 2 minutes).
- Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, oats, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Gently stir in the diced apples and caramel bits using a spatula.
- Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to drop cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheets, about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown but the centers are still soft.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Coat caramel bits lightly in flour to prevent sticking. Chop apples finely for even distribution and avoid soggy spots.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 2
Keywords: caramel apple cookies, oatmeal cookies, fall dessert, chewy cookies, apple dessert