Caramel Apple Oatmeal Cookies Recipe
Caramel Apple Oatmeal Cookies combine the comforting flavors of warm apples, sweet caramel, and hearty oats into one delicious treat. These cookies are perfect for fall, but they’re so good you’ll want to make them all year round. They’re easy to bake and make a great snack or dessert, especially when you’re craving something sweet with a bit of a twist.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Wooden spoon or electric mixer
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment paper or silicone baking mat
- Cooling rack
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup old-fashioned oats
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup diced apple (about 1 small apple)
- 1/2 cup caramel bits
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- In a medium bowl, combine the flour, oats, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Stir until well mixed.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. This can be done with a wooden spoon or an electric mixer.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Gently fold the diced apple and caramel bits into the dough until evenly distributed.
- Use a spoon or cookie scoop to drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden but the centers are still soft.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack to cool completely.