Ingredients
- All-purpose flour: 2 1/4 cups
- Baking soda: 1 teaspoon
- Salt: 1/2 teaspoon
- Unsalted butter, softened: 1 cup
- Granulated sugar: 3/4 cup
- Packed brown sugar: 3/4 cup
- Egg: 1 large
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
- Apple, peeled and diced: 1 cup
- Ground cinnamon: 2 teaspoons
- Caramel bits: 1 cup
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
- Step 3: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Step 4: Gently fold in the diced apple and caramel bits.
- Step 5: Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto ungreased baking sheets.
- Step 6: Bake for 9-11 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown. Let cool on baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days to maintain their chewy texture.
- For a warm, gooey treat, microwave a cookie for 10-15 seconds before serving.
- These cookies are delightful with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of extra caramel sauce.
- To prevent the caramel bits from melting too much, chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American