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Apple Pie Cookies

Apple Pie Cookies are amazing because they combine the flavor of a classic apple pie with the convenience and portability of a cookie. The flavors of cinnamon, apple, and butter blend together to create a delicious and satisfying taste.

Apple Pie Cookies Recipe

Apple Pie Cookies Recipe

These cookies aren’t only cute, they are portable and fun to serve too. They take a bit of work to assemble, but the end result is well worth the effort. Apple Pie Cookies aren’t just for the holidays, either. You can make these any time of year, and

Why we love these

  • They are a fun and unique twist on traditional apple pie, making them perfect for a special occasion or for impressing guests.
  • They are portable, making them easy to take on the go or to serve at a party or event.
  • They are relatively easy to make and can be made with simple ingredients that you may already have on hand.
  • They are a great way to use up extra apples, especially if you have a surplus of apples in fall.
  • They are a delicious dessert that can be enjoyed any time of the year.
  • Making them at home allows you to adjust the recipe to your liking, for example if you want them more sweeter or more buttery.

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Apple Pie Cookies Recipe

Apple Pie Cookies shopping list

Wondering if you have to hit the store? Here’s the list of items you’ll need to make this recipe. For specific amounts, please refer to the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post.

  • refrigerated pie crusts
  • apple pie filling
  • ground cinnamon
  • ground nutmeg
  • kosher salt
  • powdered sugar
  • heavy cream
  • egg

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How to make Apple Pie Cookies

This is just the overview so you can see what you’re actually getting into here. When you are cooking, you’ll want to use the full recipe at the bottom of the page.

1

Preheat

Preheat your oven to 350°F.

2

Mix

Mix up the apple pie filling with the spices.

3

Prep the dough

Roll out one of the rounds and cut into 12 small cookie-sized rounds. Roll out the other pie crust and cut into 1/2 in wide strips that are about 3 1/2″ – 4″ long. (About 56 pieces)

4

Make the cookies

Put 1 tablespoon of filling into the center of the rounds. Create a lattice over the top of each cookie, and crimp down with a fork. Trim off the excess from the edges of the cookies.

Brush lightly with an egg wash.

5

Bake

Bake for about 20-25 minutes. Let cool, mix up the glaze, and drizzle over the cookies.

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Apple Pie Cookies Recipe

Apple Pie Cookies FAQ

Can you make these in the Traeger?

Yes! Just bake at the same temp that the recipe calls for, but bake them either on your top shelf or on top of a large, inverted, rectangular cake pan to create some more space between the bottom of the cookies and the fire, otherwise the bottom can burn before the top is cooked.

Can you use homemade apple pie filling?

Yes! There is a great recipe from Preppy Kitchen for it here in this Apple Pie Filling post.

We used canned for this because sometimes I just like to hit that “easy” button, but homemade definitely tastes better. I’d recommend precooking the homemade filling a bit to make sure the apples are tender in the final product, and make sure to use a thicker sauce too.

What’s the best way to store these leftovers?

Store these in a covered container in the fridge for 4-5 days. Reheat in the airfryer for 2-3 minutes before eating for the best taste.

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Apple Pie Cookies

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Yield: 12 cookies

Apple Pie Cookies

Apple Pie Cookies

These adorable apple pie cookies are going to be your new favorite bring-along dessert! They are easy to serve, too.

Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 (14 ounce) package refrigerated pie crusts (2 round crusts)
  • 1 can (21 ounces) apple pie filling
  • 1⁄2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1⁄4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1⁄4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1⁄2 cup powdered (confectioner’s) sugar
  • 2 to 3 teaspoons heavy cream
  • Optional: 1 egg, for egg wash

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, mix apple pie filling with cinnamon, nutmeg, and kosher salt. Set aside.
  3. Roll 1 piece of pie dough into a 12-inch round. Using a round cookie cutter with a 3-inch diameter, cut out 12 small rounds and place on the prepared baking sheet.
  4. Reroll the scraps and cut out 2 more rounds, placing them on the baking sheet as well.
  5. Roll other piece of pie dough into a 12-inch round. Cut into 1⁄2-inch wide strips of 3 1⁄2 to 4-inches in length (about 56 pieces total).
  6. Add 1 tablespoon apple pie filling in the center of each round.
  7. Create a lattice weave using 4 strips of dough.Trim any dough hanging off the edges. Then, press the edges with a fork to seal.
  8. Optional: whisk 1 egg and brush on top of the cookies, if you prefer a more golden crust.
  9. Bake cookies until golden brown, about 20 to 25 minutes.
  10. Remove to a rack to cool.
  11. For the glaze: Whisk together powdered sugar and 2 teaspoons heavy cream. Add up to 1 more teaspoon of heavy cream if the glaze is too thick.
  12. Drizzle glaze on top of the apple pie cookies.

Notes

● Watch cookies closely as they bake to make sure the bottom crust doesn’t burn.
● Wait to glaze the cookies until they are cool.

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Nutrition Information:

Yield:

12

Serving Size:

1

Amount Per Serving: Calories: 107Total Fat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 32mgSodium: 119mgCarbohydrates: 11gFiber: 1gSugar: 2gProtein: 2g

Nutrition data provided here is only an estimate.

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Nicole Johnson, a self-taught expert in grilling and outdoor cooking, launched Or Whatever You Do in 2010. Her blog, renowned for its comprehensive and creative outdoor cooking recipes, has garnered a vast audience of millions. Nicole's hands-on experience and passion for grilling shine through her work. Her husband, Jeremiah Johnson, also plays a pivotal role in recipe development, adding his culinary flair to the mix. Together, they form a dynamic duo, offering a rich and varied outdoor cooking experience to their followers.

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