Description
These Caramel Apple Pie Cookies are bite-sized delights that capture the essence of a classic apple pie with a touch of caramel. They’re made with refrigerated pie crust, a sweet apple filling, and a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar, making them a perfect fall treat.
Ingredients
Units
Scale
- 1 package (2 crusts) refrigerated pie crust
- 5 oz caramel topping
- 10 oz apple pie filling
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
Instructions
- Preheat and Prep: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or grease with nonstick cooking spray.
- Prepare Crusts: Let pie crusts warm slightly for easier handling. Lightly dust a work surface with flour and roll out each crust slightly.
- Assemble Bites: Spread a thin layer of caramel topping on one of the crusts. Chop the apple pie filling into smaller pieces and spread evenly over the caramel. Cut the second crust into ½-inch strips and create a lattice pattern over the apple filling. Use a cookie cutter or a knife to cut out circles or squares from the layered crusts. Transfer the pie bites to the prepared baking sheet.
- Egg Wash and Topping: In a small bowl, beat the egg until well combined. In another bowl, mix together sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Brush the tops of the pie bites with the egg wash and sprinkle with the cinnamon sugar mixture.
- Bake: Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
Notes
- Pie Crust: You can use homemade pie crust if you prefer.
- Caramel: Use your favorite caramel sauce or make your own.
- Apple Pie Filling: You can use store-bought or homemade apple pie filling.
- Variations:
- Add a sprinkle of chopped nuts, such as pecans or walnuts, to the filling.
- Drizzle with a simple glaze made with powdered sugar and milk or lemon juice after baking.
- Storage: Store leftover pie bites in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pie bite
- Calories: 150kcal
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
