Dive into a world of flavors with our Apple Pie Thumbprint Cookies! Imagine buttery, melt-in-your-mouth cookies filled with sweet apple pie filling and drizzled with creamy white chocolate. These treats are guaranteed to satisfy your sweet tooth!
Whether you are looking for more apple recipes or just want more delicious cookies in your life, these Apple Pie Cookies are a perfect choice any time of the year!
They have a perfect combination of buttery cookie dough and sweet apple pie filling, that creates a symphony of flavors with every bite.
And they are so easy to make! With just a handful of pantry staples, you can whip up these cookies in no time, making them perfect for any occasion.
And they are so easy to customize.
Love a caramel recipe? Add a caramel drizzle on top of the baked cookies.
Love cinnamon sugar? Sprinkle a little bit on top or roll dough balls in it before baking. Make it your own!
No matter how you make them, apple thumbprint cookies are one of those cookie recipes you will reach for again and again.
What ingredients are in Apple Pie Thumbprint Cookies?
- Butter: Provides richness and flavor to the cookie dough.
- Vanilla Extract: Enhances the overall aroma and taste of the apple pie filling thumbprint cookies.
- All-Purpose Flour: Forms the base of the cookie dough, providing structure.
- Powdered Sugar: Sweetens the dough and contributes to its tender texture.
- Apple Pie Filling: use a filling with small chopped apples so they fit in the cookies.
- White Chocolate Chips: Melted and drizzled over the cookies for a creamy, indulgent finish.
Pro Tips:
- Be sure to use powdered sugar. If you really need the molasses taste of brown sugar, add a tablespoon of molasses to the mix or blend your brown sugar until it is the light, fluffy texture of confectioner’s sugar before using.
- Select a premium apple pie filling or consider using homemade apple pie filling for a more personalized touch.
- Choose good-quality white chocolate chips that melt smoothly for the perfect drizzle.
How to make Apple Pie Thumbprint Cookies:
- Preheat oven and prepare a cookie sheet with parchment paper.
- Beat butter in a large bowl until fluffy; add vanilla.
- Mix in the rest of the dry ingredients until combined.
- Shape cookie dough balls and make thumbprints in the center of each cookie.
- Fill thumbprints with diced apple pie filling.
- Bake cookies until golden brown.
- Melt white chocolate in a small bowl and drizzle over cooled cookies.
Pro Tips:
- Allow the apple thumbprint cookie recipe to cool slightly on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack to prevent breakage.
- If you have a round 1 teaspoon measuring spoon (not oval) use that instead of your thumb for a perfect circle print.
Can I Use Homemade Pie Filling for Apple Pie Thumbprint Cookies?
Yes, you can use homemade pie filling for Apple Thumbprint Cookies!
Homemade pie filling adds a fresh, authentic flavor to these cookies.
Check out this recipe for Sauteed Apples.
If you like the ease of canned apple pie filling, you should try our Apple Pie Empanadas, Apple Cinnamon Roll Casserole and Apple Pie Cupcakes.
Can I Make Apple Pie Thumbprint Cookies Ahead of Time?
Yes you can make Apple Cookies ahead of time!
Make in advance and store cookies in an airtight container for several days before serving.
They will have a perfectly delicious, chewy texture when you are ready to serve.
How to Store Apple Pie Thumbprint Cookies:
Store apple pie cookies in an airtight container at room temperature to maintain their freshness and texture.
Avoid placing them in direct sunlight or near heat sources to prevent melting.
How Long Do Apple Pie Thumbprint Cookies Last?
When stored properly, these apple thumbprint cookies can last for up to a week.
However, they are so delicious that they’re likely to disappear much sooner!
Can You Freeze Apple Pie Thumbprint Cookies?
Yes, you can freeze these apple pie thumbprint cookies.
Place them in a single layer on a baking sheet in the freezer until frozen solid, then transfer to a freezer-safe container or bag.
Thaw at room temperature before serving.
Can I Use Other Fillings for Thumbprint Cookies?
Yes you can use other fillings to make thumbprint cookies!
Get creative and experiment with different fillings such as raspberry jam, chocolate ganache, or lemon curd to customize your cookies to your liking.
This recipe also works great for other pie fillings too! Here are a few of our favorites:
What to Serve with Apple Pie Thumbprint Cookies:
Serve these apple pie thumbprint cookies with your favorite cookies for a delicious dessert spread. Here are some of my favorites:
- Coffee Toffee Chocolate Chip Cookies
- White Chocolate Peppermint Cookies
- Hazelnut Butter Cookies
- Peanut Butter Sandwich Cookies Recipe
- Chewy Oatmeal Cookies
- Plain Gingerbread Cookies
How to serve Apple Pie Thumbprint Cookies:
Serve Apple Pie Thumbprint cookies on a platter surrounded by your other favorite cookies.
Or you can serve them warm next to a scoop of ice cream and salted caramel sauce.
These also make a fun alternative to pie as a classic thanksgiving dessert.
Instead of pie, have pie filling cookies!
Are Apple Pie Thumbprint Cookies Considered a Christmas Cookie?
Apple Pie Thumbprint Cookies can be considered a Christmas Cookie since the warm apple filling makes perfect cookies.
I like to think of them as a fall cookie when fresh apples are everywhere and all things apple shine.
But these cookies can be enjoyed year-round as a delightful treat for any occasion.
Apple Pie Thumbprint Cookies
Apple Pie Thumbprints bring everything you love about classic apple pie into a soft, buttery cookie. Cozy, spiced, and totally irresistible!
Ingredients
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325*F.
- With a stand mixer, beat together butter until fluffy, about 2 minutes. Add vanilla and beat for another half a minute.
- Add in flour and confectioners sugar and beat on medium speed until a dough begins to form.
- Create a large ball of dough using your hands.
- Roll dough into 1.5 - 2 inch balls and place on baking sheets lined with parchment paper.
- Make a thumbprint in the middle of each ball.
- Place apple pie filling into each thumbprint. If the apple chunks are too big, dice the apples first.
- Bake 12-15 minutes. Cool for a few minutes on the baking sheet, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cookies have cooled, melt white chocolate chips in microwave. Start with 30 seconds, stir, then continue with 15 second increments in the microwave until chocolate is fully melted. Spoon chocolate into a plastic bag, seal, then cut a small hole in the corner. Drizzle white chocolate over the cookies.
- Allow chocolate to set before serving.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 24 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 234Total Fat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gUnsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 24mgSodium: 83mgCarbohydrates: 33gFiber: 1gSugar: 16gProtein: 3g