Description
A warm, comforting dessert perfect for fall, the Caramel Apple Cookie Skillet combines tender spiced apples and gooey caramel with a buttery cookie crust, baked to golden perfection in a skillet. This easy-to-make treat is ideal for sharing and delicious served warm with vanilla ice cream.
Ingredients
Scale
Cookie Base
- 2 cups cookie dough (store-bought or homemade)
Apple Filling
- 3 medium Granny Smith apples, sliced
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
Toppings
- 1 cup caramel sauce
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare skillet: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an oven-safe skillet thoroughly with nonstick spray or butter to prevent sticking.
- Toss apples with cinnamon: In a mixing bowl, combine the sliced Granny Smith apples with the ground cinnamon. Toss well to coat evenly and let the mixture sit for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Form cookie base: Press half of the cookie dough evenly into the bottom of the greased skillet, creating a firm base for the apple layer.
- Layer apples and caramel: Spread the spiced apple slices evenly over the cookie dough base, then generously drizzle the caramel sauce on top of the apples.
- Add remaining cookie dough: Crumble the remaining cookie dough over the caramel-covered apples, distributing it evenly to form a top layer.
- Bake the skillet: Place the skillet in the preheated oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the cookie dough is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
- Cool and serve: Allow the skillet to cool slightly for a few minutes before serving. For an extra indulgent treat, serve warm with vanilla ice cream on top.
Notes
- Use Granny Smith apples for the perfect balance of tartness against the sweet caramel and cookie dough.
- Chopped pecans can be sprinkled on top before baking for added crunch and flavor.
- Make sure the skillet you use is oven-safe to avoid damage during baking.
- If you prefer a softer cookie texture, slightly underbake the skillet and let it sit covered for a few minutes before serving.
- Store any leftovers covered in the refrigerator and reheat gently before serving.
