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Caramel Apple Oatmeal Cookies

Chewy Caramel Apple Oatmeal Cookies for Cozy Fall Days

Delight in the taste of Caramel Apple Oatmeal Cookies, a perfect fall treat combining apples and caramel.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter softened (use vegan butter for dairy-free option)
  • 0.5 cup Brown Sugar packed
  • 0.5 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 2 large Eggs substitute with flax eggs for vegan option
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour use gluten-free flour if needed
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt
  • 2 cups Rolled Oats quick oats can be used but may alter texture
  • 1 cup Apples (peeled and diced) Granny Smith or Honeycrisp recommended
  • 1 cup Caramel Baking Bits chopped soft caramels can be alternative

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Caramel Apple Oatmeal Cookies
  1. Cream the Butter and Sugars: Beat softened unsalted butter with brown sugar and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 2 minutes).
  2. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Mix in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract and beat until smooth.
  3. Combine Dry Ingredients: Whisk together flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt in a separate bowl.
  4. Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture on low speed, mixing just until combined.
  5. Fold in Oats, Apples, and Caramel: Gently fold in rolled oats, diced apples, and caramel baking bits using a spatula.
  6. Prepare for Baking: Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Drop spoonfuls of dough on baking sheet.
  7. Bake the Cookies: Bake in preheated oven for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden brown and centers are slightly soft.
  8. Cool and Enjoy: Allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 1gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 4 days. For longer storage, freeze cookies between wax paper sheets for up to 2 months.

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