Description
Experience the warmth of autumn in every bite with these delightful vegan apple pie cookies. This unique treat merges the texture of a spiced, chewy cookie with a luscious, caramelized apple center. Crafted with plant-based butter and a flax-based binding agent, these cookies offer a sophisticated, dairy-free alternative to traditional pie. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy afternoon snacks, these bite-sized wonders provide the comfort of a homemade pie in a convenient, portable format that everyone will love.
Ingredients
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup vegan butter, softened
1/3 cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon ground flaxseed meal mixed with 3 tablespoons water
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 cup finely diced apples
2 tablespoons maple syrup
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a small pan, simmer diced apples with maple syrup and a pinch of cinnamon until soft and caramelized; set aside to cool.
In a large bowl, cream together the softened vegan butter and brown sugar until smooth.
Add the prepared flax mixture and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, blending well.
Fold in the flour, cinnamon, and nutmeg to form a stiff dough.
Scoop dough into balls and place on the baking sheet, using your thumb to create an indentation in the center of each.
Fill each indentation with a teaspoon of the caramelized apple mixture.
Bake for 16 minutes until edges are golden brown.
Cool completely on the baking sheet before serving.
Notes
You can prepare the dough in advance and chill it for 30 minutes to improve texture. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 16
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American