Ingredients and Weight:
- All-purpose flour: 2 cups (240g)
- Baking soda: 1 teaspoon (5g)
- Salt: 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g)
- Cinnamon: 1 teaspoon (2g)
- Nutmeg: 1/4 teaspoon (1g)
- Butter, softened: 1 cup (227g)
- Granulated sugar: 1 cup (200g)
- Brown sugar: 1/2 cup (100g)
- Eggs: 2 large
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon (5ml)
- Caramel sauce: 1/2 cup (120ml)
- Apple, peeled and diced: 1 cup (120g)
Preparation Time:
30 minutes
Cooking Time:
12-15 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In a separate large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the caramel sauce and diced apples.
- Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the tops of the cookies are set.
- Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information:
1 cookie (approx.):
- Calories: 250
- Protein: 3g
- Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 18g
Dish Characteristics:
- Soft and chewy with a caramelized crunch
- Rich caramel and apple flavor
- Perfect for fall gatherings
User Comments:
- "These cookies were a hit at my Thanksgiving party!"
- "The perfect balance of sweet and savory."
- "My kids loved them and asked for seconds."
- "I used salted caramel sauce for an extra layer of flavor."
- "Easy to make and so delicious!"
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use room temperature butter and eggs to ensure a smooth batter.
- Do not overmix the dough, as this will toughen the cookies.
- If you don't have caramel sauce on hand, you can use a mixture of melted butter and brown sugar.
- Feel free to substitute other fall spices, such as pumpkin pie spice or ginger, to your taste.
