Deliciously Soft Caramel Apple Oatmeal Cookies
Get ready to indulge in soft, chewy, and utterly delightful Caramel Apple Oatmeal Cookies that will have your taste buds dancing! The perfect treat for family gatherings, these cookies are a symphony of flavors with warm apples, rich caramel, and hearty oats.
Description
These Caramel Apple Oatmeal Cookies are the ideal blend of sweet and comforting. With the aroma of cinnamon wafting through your kitchen, these cookies promise to bring everyone together for a delightful snack or dessert!
Recipe Card
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Servings: About 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp flour (for apples)
- 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 ½ cups butter (softened to room temperature)
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- ½ cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 apple (peeled and diced)
- 1 pkg (10 oz) caramel baking chips
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- In a small bowl, mix together the dry ingredients: 1 ¾ cup flour, 1 tbsp ground cinnamon, 1 tsp baking soda, and ½ tsp salt. Set aside.
- In a larger bowl, cream together the softened butter, light brown sugar, and regular sugar. Beat for 2-3 minutes until light and creamy.
- Add the eggs and vanilla to the mixture, and mix for another 2-3 minutes until fully incorporated.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Be careful not to overmix!
- Gently stir in the rolled oats until fully incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, place the diced apples and coat them with the remaining 2 tbsp of flour.
- Fold the flour-coated apples and caramel chips into the dough, mixing just until barely combined.
- Using a cookie scoop, portion out dough onto prepared cookie sheets lined with parchment paper.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until edges start to brown slightly. Let them cool on sheets before transferring to wire racks.
Optional Tips/Variations
- For an added twist, sprinkle chopped nuts into the mix for extra crunch!
- Substitute the caramel chips with chocolate chips for a chocolaty delight!
Enjoy your decadent Caramel Apple Oatmeal Cookies! With their delicious aroma and chewy texture, they are sure to become your new favorite treat!