Caramel Apple Thumbprints

Caramel Apple Thumbprints are a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that will satisfy your sweet tooth. These thumbprint cookies are filled with a gooey caramel apple filling that is sure to impress your guests.

To make these Caramel Apple Thumbprints, you will need the following ingredients per serving:

- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup finely chopped apples
- 1/4 cup caramel sauce

To start, preheat your oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add in the vanilla extract and salt, and mix until well combined. Gradually add in the flour, mixing until a dough forms.
Roll the dough into small balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Use your thumb or the back of a spoon to make an indentation in the center of each cookie.
In a separate bowl, mix together the chopped apples and caramel sauce. Spoon the mixture into the center of each cookie.
Bake the cookies for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
These Caramel Apple Thumbprints are the perfect combination of sweet and tart, with a buttery cookie base and a rich caramel apple filling. They are sure to be a hit at any gathering or party.
Type of dish: Dessert
Main ingredients: Apples, Caramel, Butter