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Caramel apple walnut cookies bring together sweet flavors and crunchy nuts. These cookies stand out with their chewy texture and rich taste.

Caramel Apple Walnut Cookies

Get ready to bake the ultimate fall treat with caramel apple walnut cookies! Combining the sweetness of caramel, the crunch of walnuts, and the freshness of apples, these delightful and chewy cookies are sure to impress. This easy recipe includes helpful tips for achieving the perfect texture and flavor. Click through to discover the full recipe and start creating these mouthwatering cookies today!
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Ingredients
  

1 cup unsalted butter, softened

3/4 cup brown sugar, packed

1/2 cup granulated sugar

1 large egg

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

2 cups all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1 cup diced apples (preferably Granny Smith)

1 cup walnuts, chopped

1/2 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)

Extra caramel sauce for drizzling

Instructions
 

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

    Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter with brown sugar and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.

      Add Egg and Vanilla: Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until thoroughly combined.

        Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.

          Fold in Apples and Walnuts: Gently fold in the diced apples and chopped walnuts until evenly distributed throughout the dough.

            Scoop the Dough: Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

              Drizzle Caramel: Before placing them in the oven, drizzle a small amount of caramel sauce on each cookie dough ball.

                Bake: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown and the centers look slightly underbaked.

                  Cool and Drizzle More Caramel: Once out of the oven, let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack. Drizzle more caramel sauce over the tops of the cookies as they cool.

                    Prep Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes | Servings: 24 cookies

                      - Presentation Tips: Serve the cookies on a rustic wooden platter, and garnish with whole walnuts and thinly sliced apples for an added touch of elegance. Optionally, sprinkle a pinch of sea salt on top of the caramel for a delightful sweet-and-salty finish.