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As the leaves turn golden and the air becomes crisp, seasonal desserts take center stage in many kitchens. One particular treat that captures the essence of autumn is the Apple Crumb Cookie. These delightful cookies combine the warmth of cinnamon-spiced dough with tender pieces of apple, topped off with a wonderfully crunchy crumb topping. They embody the comforting flavors of fall while also offering a delightful texture contrast that can make any gathering feel special.

Apple Crumb Cookies Recipe for a Cozy Fall Treat

These soft, fall-spiced cookies are topped with a crunchy crumb mixture, making them a delightful treat for the season.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 24
Calories 150 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 ½ cups peeled and diced apples
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup rolled oats
  • ½ cup packed brown sugar
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter melted
  • a pinch salt

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, packed brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt, then gradually mix into the wet ingredients.
  • Fold in the diced apples until evenly distributed.
  • For the crumb topping, mix together flour, rolled oats, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt, then stir in melted butter until crumbly.
  • Drop rounded portions of cookie dough onto the baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  • Sprinkle the crumb topping generously over each cookie dough ball.
  • Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden and centers are set.
  • Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

Serve warm for the best flavor and texture.
Keyword apple, cookies, crumb topping, dessert, fall, spiced