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Apple Crisp Cookie Cups

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These Apple Crisp Cookie Cups combine classic oatmeal cookies with homemade apple pie filling for the perfect comfort food.

Oatmeal cookie cups with apple pie filling.

I am eternally grateful to friends and family members who help me come up with recipe ideas. Sometimes I have a list of things I want to bake, but inevitably that runs out, and then, in a panic, I ask people for suggestions.

The idea for these Apple Crisp Cookie Cups came from my friend Sharai who loved my Caramel Cookie Cups so much that she wanted to come up with alternatives that I could make and she could eat.

Who am I to say no to that?

I know apples and apple pie are technically more of a fall dessert, but really there’s no bad time for apple pie anything.

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Overhead photo of apple crisp cookie cups with apples and cinnamon sticks on the side.

How to Make these Apple Crisp Cookie Cups

These cookie cups are really easy to make, I promise. I used my favourite Oatmeal Cookie recipe, minus the chocolate chips as the “crust” and then made an apple pie filling to go inside.

I used a large cookie scoop to portion the dough into grease muffin tins, baked them up, and then pressed a small container into the center of each one once they were out of the oven. 

This needs to be done while the cookies are still HOT, so be careful not to burn yourself.

Cookie cup with a bite taken out of it.

The apple pie filling is really easy too — chop up some apples, throw them into a pot with some ingredients and cook until tender.

You’ll want to cool the cookies and the apple pie filling completely before assembly. I made both the day before, but you could make them all on the same day as long as everything cools.

Alternatively, for ease, you could use store-bought apple pie filling instead. It would be just as delicious!

Overhead photo of the cookie cups with a sugar glaze drizzled on them.

I topped some of these with a simple sugar glaze, but you could use whipped cream or ice cream if you prefer. Or homemade caramel! Yum.

Or you could just eat them straight up like I did.

Cookie cup with a bite taken out.

I recommend microwaving the cookie cups for a few seconds so you get that fresh-baked apple crisp taste and texture. The kids are sure to love these too. Bite-sized and delicious!

You will love these Apple Crisp Cookie Cups. They are the perfect treat for any time of year!

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Tips for these Apple Crisp Cookie Cups:

  • The cookie part will soften over time as it sits with the filling.
  • The drizzle is optional, but adds another hit of sweetness. You could use homemade caramel too!
  • These freeze very well! Store in fridge for up to 5 days or in freezer (in an airtight container) for 1-2 months.
  • Best served warm. I recommend microwaving them for 10-15 seconds to heat up!
Close up of an apple cookie cup
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4.59 from 17 votes

Apple Crisp Cookie Cups

These Apple Crisp Cookie Cups combine classic oatmeal cookies with homemade apple pie filling for the perfect comfort food.
Course Dessert
Cuisine Cookie, Tart
Prep Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings 24
Calories 259kcal
Author Olivia

Ingredients

Apple Pie Filling:

  • 6 cups Granny Smith apples 4-5 apples, peeled and chopped
  • 1 Tbsp lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar packed
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • pinch ground nutmeg
  • pinch salt
  • 2 cups water

Oatmeal Cookie Cups:

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter room temperature
  • 1 cup light brown sugar packed
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 2 tsp vanilla
  • 3 cups rolled oats

Sugar Glaze:

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 Tbsp water
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Instructions

Apple Pie Filling:

  • Toss apples and lemon juice in a medium bowl, set aside.
  • In a medium saucepan, combine sugars, cornstarch, and spices. Pour in water. Cook over medium heat until boiling. Cook for 2 minutes. Add apples, bring back to a boil. Simmer until tender (10-15mins). Cool completely.

Oatmeal Cookie Cups:

  • In a medium bowl, whisk flour, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  • In the bowl of an electric mixer, beat butter and sugars on med-high until pale and fluffy (approx. 3 minutes).
  • Add eggs one at a time, fully incorporating after each addition, and beat on high for 1 minute. Add vanilla.
  • Turn mixer to low and add flour mixture, mix until combined. Add oats and mix until just combined.
  • Spray 2 regular sized muffin tins with cooking spray. Using a large cookie scoop (3 Tbsp) scoop dough into muffin tins, press down and push up the sides to create cups.
  • Preheat oven to 350ยฐF. Bake cookie cups for approx. 15mins or until browned and mostly set.
  • Remove from oven and (if needed) immediately use a small jar or container to press firmly down in the center to create a well. Cool in pans for 15mins, then place on wire rack to cool completely.

Assembly:

  • Using a tablespoon, fill each cookie cup with apple pie filling. Drizzle with sugar glaze if desired.

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Calories: 259kcalCarbohydrates: 43gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 114mgPotassium: 104mgFiber: 2gSugar: 27gVitamin A: 275IUVitamin C: 1.7mgCalcium: 27mgIron: 1mg
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Originally Published on Apr 10, 2016

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  1. Terry says

    July 29, 2020 at 5:22 PM

    Hello all –

    Am wondering if anyone has tried cupcake liners with these cookie cups? I am planning on using the non-stick tart pan with small liners…hope it works. The little ridges on the sides would be kinda cute after they come out. Also strongly considering a little scoop of vanilla ice cream on the side….mmmmm!

    Apple Crisp Cookie Shooters….does it get much better than that? ๐Ÿ™‚

    Reply
    • Olivia says

      July 30, 2020 at 9:34 AM

      Hi Terry! I like how you think! Sounds delicious. I haven’t tried the liners myself, but I would probably use a little less cookie dough in each cup if I was doing so. Let me know how they turn out!

      Reply
  2. Athena Ahlroth-Veatch says

    July 1, 2020 at 12:37 PM

    Hey!
    I was wondering what you thought about this filling for a good ol’ fashioned apple pie? This feeling looks so amazing!! Do you have a pie crust recipe that you like?

    Reply
    • Olivia says

      July 1, 2020 at 1:59 PM

      Hi Athena! I think it would be delicious, though traditionally apple pie filling isn’t cooked first (I don’t think). I’m not much of a pie baker myself!

      Reply
  3. Donna says

    November 28, 2019 at 8:11 AM

    5 stars
    This is a delicious recipe and the response to this dessert has been very positive. I do have a couple suggestions however. Use a standard size muffin cup, use the BAKING spray that contains flour! it makes all the difference in being able to get the cups out of the pan!! I used a 3 Tablespoon ice dream scoop to measure each cup. Then I used a tablespoon that I covered in more baking spray to spread the dough up the sides of each muffin cup. As soon as the cups are done, use a small juice glass or shot glass, or small measuring that is sprayed with regular non-stick spray to depress the center to form the cup shape. Cool for 15 minutes in the pan as noted in the recipe. Run an off-set spatula or knife around the edges to help loosen. No breakage this time, they all came out perfectly!

    Reply
    • Olivia says

      November 28, 2019 at 9:21 AM

      Hi Donna! I’m so happy you liked this recipe and thank you for your tips! I’m sure they will be very helpful to others ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
    • Alice McKechnie says

      October 7, 2020 at 12:26 PM

      Thank for the tips, I feel excited to make these for sharing in the future and in the present for the grand children.

      Reply
  4. Annette says

    October 15, 2019 at 2:55 AM

    What is the dough recipe please.

    Reply
    • Olivia says

      October 15, 2019 at 10:02 AM

      Hi Annette! The recipes are both in the recipe card at the bottom of the post.

      Reply
  5. Diane Mee says

    November 28, 2018 at 3:46 PM

    What kind of cup do you use to make the well? Someone mentioned about making the well first and then baking them. Did that work. Wouldn’t like to know by Friday if possible that’s the day I plan to try to make them.

    Reply
    • Olivia says

      November 29, 2018 at 1:34 PM

      Hi Diane! I used my fingers to mold them before baking and then I used the cap from my Pam for Baking spray to do the indent. Something like a small jar or shot glass will work fine though too.

      Reply
  6. Vicki Baker says

    November 3, 2018 at 4:20 PM

    Just made these and took the recommendation to chill the dough and I feel like it helped “set”the dough. These are simply delicious! I will make more for Thanksgiving, thank you for the wonderful recipe.

    Reply
    • Olivia says

      November 5, 2018 at 10:57 AM

      Thanks so much Vicki! Glad you like them ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  7. hazel says

    November 1, 2018 at 2:27 AM

    Hi, can I replace flour with all purpose gluten free flour to make the crust? I would loveeee to try this recipe but I would have to change it to GF! Also if I use mini muffin pan (24 cavities per pan) do you have any suggestions to change the temperature or baking time? Thank you so much inadvance for the great recipe!

    Reply
    • Olivia says

      November 1, 2018 at 12:05 PM

      Hi Hazel! I think the AP GF flour should work fine. For the smaller pan, keep the oven temp the same but start checking them maybe at 7mins or so? Let me know how they turn out!

      Reply
  8. Susie says

    March 29, 2018 at 12:24 PM

    Hi Olivia The Caramel Apple Oatmeal cookies sound delish! What is the shelf life for them? I bake cookies & brownies for 2 shops near me and I seal them in food grade bags, usually 3 cookies per bag ( bags are 4 3/4″
    x 6 3/4″ 3mil bags) The clientele prefer a soft rather than crunchy cookie. Also what size /weight is each cookie
    approximately? Thanks so much for your reply and TERRIFIC recipes. Susie

    Reply
  9. Lynda says

    November 24, 2017 at 4:25 PM

    Can u use a mini pan?if so how much dough?

    Reply
    • Olivia says

      November 25, 2017 at 10:06 AM

      Hi Lynda! I’ve never used a mini pan myself, but it should work. Try it with 2 tsp of dough maybe?

      Reply
      • Maureen says

        January 19, 2018 at 9:37 AM

        5 stars
        I’ve made them in the MINI pan – Love that size! LOVE the Cookie Cups. I’m making them again for a Desert Party for a friend…cause they are That Good. No Chocolate Chips..don’t need them.
        Think I’ll make the cups ahead of time and filling the day of the party.

        Reply
        • Olivia says

          January 22, 2018 at 12:26 PM

          Hi Maureen! So happy to head that you liked these ๐Ÿ™‚

          Reply
  10. Bobbi Shaftoe says

    November 19, 2017 at 10:34 AM

    4 stars
    I just tried these with my kids. Observations: The cookie cup itself is very tasty. We just need to refine the shaping and removing. Ours were too thick on the bottom and too thin on the sides. Several sides cracked off as we removed them. Definitely would chill the dough next time. I’m intrigued by the suggestion to mold them onto the bottom of the muffin tins and may try that next time.

    Reply
    • Olivia says

      November 19, 2017 at 11:49 AM

      Hi Bobbi! Sorry to hear some cracked on you, but glad you liked them! ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  11. Monica says

    November 13, 2017 at 3:30 PM

    3 stars
    3 tbsp of cookie dough per tin was WAY too much. they all “popped” up and it was messy and not good…I’ve made cookie cups before and this was a nightmare. The apple recipe smells good – but I would just recommend not using 3tbsp ๐Ÿ™‚

    Reply
    • Olivia says

      November 13, 2017 at 7:50 PM

      Hi Monica, 3Tbsp of cookie dough is the correct amount for a standard cupcake tin, which is what the recipe calls for. Perhaps you used a mini cupcake tin? Sorry it didn’t work out for you!

      Reply
    • Irene says

      July 15, 2019 at 7:50 AM

      4 stars
      I found that 3 tblsp was too much also, I used 2. And I made the mistake of not chilling the dough for the first batch. It was MUCH easier for the 2nd batch after I chilled it.

      Reply
  12. KIM GOLIAS says

    November 10, 2017 at 5:41 AM

    Could you bake the cups on the back side of the muffin tin? The cups would be formed while baking. I’ve never tried this before.

    Reply
    • Olivia says

      November 10, 2017 at 9:46 AM

      Hi Kim! I’ve never done it this way so I’m not sure if it would work out.

      Reply
  13. Kristi says

    December 24, 2016 at 12:51 PM

    Do the leftovers need to eat refrigerated? I’m making them ahead of time as a Christmas treat.

    Reply
    • Olivia says

      December 24, 2016 at 1:52 PM

      Hi Kristi! Ideally, yes. Pop them in the fridge if making in advance and take out 1 hour or so before serving. I actually recommend microwaving them for a fresh-out-of-the-oven kinda taste ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  14. ElaIne Costanza says

    October 10, 2016 at 7:25 PM

    5 stars
    Made these & they were delicious. Will say they are big & quite filling. Doubled the recipe & got 48 exactly. They were quite time consuming. Took 5 hours but, again, I did make a double batch & I only had 1 pan to use. I did however use a “gold” muffin pan. No spraying & they came right out without any sticking.

    Reply
    • Olivia says

      October 11, 2016 at 8:29 AM

      I’m so glad you liked these! I will have to look into that “gold” muffin pan! ๐Ÿ˜ฎ

      Reply
  15. Pam says

    October 9, 2016 at 11:49 AM

    5 stars
    Made these yesterday and my husband declared they are his new favorite dessert!!! Had a little apple filling left over after filling 24 cups so I saved it to put over morning oatmeal…..SO GOOD!!! Thank you for the great recipe!

    Reply
    • Olivia says

      October 10, 2016 at 11:02 AM

      Ohhh good call about the oatmeal! I’m so glad you guys liked these ๐Ÿ˜€

      Reply
  16. Jacquie says

    October 7, 2016 at 5:35 PM

    Hi Olivia! I have my cookie cups in the fridge right now. It made 17 not 24. I used the 3 Tbsp scoop. Anyway, they look good so far ๐Ÿ˜‰. My filling was a bit runny so I heated it up again and added some more cornstarch with water and cooked it some more. I will assemble them tomorrow at my sisters place for Thanksgiving! I can’t wait to try them. I may add a bit of cinnamon to the sugar glaze because I love cinnamon!

    Reply
    • Olivia says

      October 8, 2016 at 2:51 PM

      Yay!! Let me know how you like them ๐Ÿ˜€

      Reply
  17. deb says

    October 2, 2016 at 2:06 PM

    5 stars
    It took 4 hrs to make 36. They turned out perfect. You need the right cup to press. I used oatmeal raisin pre maid cookie dough. I maid my own apple filling. Topped with Carmel and icing.

    Reply
  18. Helen says

    October 1, 2016 at 1:14 PM

    They look wonderful. I am wondering if they could be made with packaged oatmeal cookie dough. Has
    anyone tried that?

    Reply
    • Olivia says

      October 2, 2016 at 11:02 AM

      Hi Helen! That should work just fine, I don’t see why not!

      Reply
      • Nina lynch says

        September 14, 2018 at 1:15 PM

        4 stars
        I love all you cookies the Apple and peanut butter are the best

        Reply
        • Olivia says

          September 14, 2018 at 3:09 PM

          So glad to hear that! ๐Ÿ™‚

          Reply
  19. Elaine Costanza says

    September 30, 2016 at 7:25 AM

    Has anyone had trouble removing the cups from the pan once done? I am thinking about making these & I have made similar recipes & even though I thoroughly sprayed the pan my cups stuck & broke when I tried to take them out.

    Reply
    • Olivia says

      September 30, 2016 at 8:31 AM

      Hi Elaine! The dough for these is a bit firm due to all the oats, so I hope you don’t have any issues taking them out! My process is typically to press down to make the cups, leave them for 5-10mins, then go around and twist and loosen each one (I mostly just do this to make sure they aren’t stuck), then I leave them in there until they’re stiff enough to remove.

      Reply
    • Richard Roloff says

      October 3, 2017 at 11:49 AM

      Me as well. Was wondering if I should have let them cool a bit before of seeing them down. Well.oiled and they all broke and won’t come out ๐Ÿ˜“

      Reply
      • Olivia says

        October 3, 2017 at 12:43 PM

        Hi Richard! Sorry to hear about your troubles with these. Sounds like they were possibly left in the pans too long when cooling. They will start to stick as they cool. Did you try flipping the pan over and whacking it to see if they might pop out?

        Reply
  20. Debbie says

    September 21, 2016 at 7:17 AM

    5 stars
    I made these for a appy night we had when we were camping. Everyone loved them. I am making them again today for a family dinner. It’s good to low after reading the comments that they can be frozen. Thanks for sharing this recipe with us.

    Reply
    • Olivia says

      September 21, 2016 at 2:23 PM

      Hi Debbie! So glad you liked these! ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  21. Robin says

    September 17, 2016 at 7:34 PM

    To make the well in the middle, couldn’t you press a second muffin sheet down on top of the hot tin? I haven’t tried it but wondered if that would work?

    Reply
    • Olivia says

      September 17, 2016 at 7:43 PM

      Hi Robin! You could try that for sure, though I’m not sure if the sides of the cups would be too thin then (and harder to judge even-ness). Also, with the oatmeal cookie cup specifically, the dough is a bit thick, so you need to press firmly to create the well. I’m not sure how easy it would be with another muffin tin on top, but if you try it, please let me know!

      Reply
  22. Victoria says

    September 16, 2016 at 8:15 PM

    Do you think these could work in mini muffin tins? If yes, do you have any suggestions that could help out when making them mini?

    Reply
    • Olivia says

      September 17, 2016 at 4:34 PM

      Hi Victoria! They should work just fine in mini muffin tins, though they’d be a bit harder to squish down and couldn’t hold as much filling. I would try using 1 Tbsp of cookie dough per mini muffin tin and see how that ratio is. I used 3Tbsp per regular muffin tin.

      Reply
  23. Liz says

    August 19, 2016 at 4:42 PM

    5 stars
    This was absolutely amazing! I’m the worst cook and these turned out fantastic. Thanks so much for the recipe!

    Reply
    • Olivia says

      August 19, 2016 at 8:10 PM

      Hi Liz! I’m so glad you liked these ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  24. Marcia says

    August 13, 2016 at 2:04 PM

    I’m wondering if I could just replace the apples with peaches since that’s what I have right now

    Reply
    • Olivia says

      August 14, 2016 at 10:13 AM

      Hi Marcia! I think that should work just fine and sounds like a delicious combination!

      Reply
  25. Farah (I'm fr Singapore) says

    June 24, 2016 at 5:30 AM

    5 stars
    Hi Olivia, tried this recipe & they tasted delicious. The cookie cups are not too sweet even when I added the chocolate chips. I didn’t prepared the Apple pie fillings but instead opt for a readymade. But none the less they tasted great. Thank you for sharing luv ๐Ÿ˜˜

    Reply
    • Olivia says

      June 24, 2016 at 9:55 AM

      Hi Farah!! I’m so glad you liked these, thanks for letting me know! ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  26. Kat Coburn says

    May 29, 2016 at 8:39 PM

    I used the extra filling and blended it in my nutribullet and it’s just like apple butter!! Would recommend if you had extra like me!!

    Reply
    • Olivia says

      May 30, 2016 at 9:20 AM

      That is genius! Thanks for the tip, I hope you liked these :).

      Reply
  27. sandra sinclair says

    May 21, 2016 at 6:55 PM

    4 stars
    I made this while it look very nice and tasted great, I think next time I’ll just make into a bar, I found it very time consuming

    Reply
    • Olivia says

      May 22, 2016 at 11:54 AM

      Hi Sandra! Sorry to hear you found this time consuming, but I’m glad you liked the taste! ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  28. Carolyn Kane says

    May 19, 2016 at 2:11 PM

    5 stars
    I made this for my team at work for our bosses last day on our team and everyone loved it! Actually brought cookie ‘cups’ and the filling to work separately, then filled the cups and heated in microwave at work. Was easy to travel with and assemble!

    Suggestion for making cookie cups – chill a bit in muffin tin before pushing up sides, and make sure to push up plenty. I found that couldn’t make much of a well after cooking and had too much extra filling, which is not a bad thing ๐Ÿ˜‰

    Thanks for a great recipe!

    Reply
    • Olivia says

      May 19, 2016 at 3:56 PM

      Hi Carolyn! I’m so glad that you and your team loved these! Good call on taking them separately and heating up the filling. Thanks for the tips! ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  29. Regina says

    May 15, 2016 at 7:11 PM

    These look amazing. Can the regular flour be substituted with coconut or other gluten free flour?

    Reply
    • Olivia says

      May 15, 2016 at 7:30 PM

      Hi Regina! As long as it’s a GF flour blend that replicates regular flour it should work fine. Otherwise you’d need to add a gum of some sort.

      Reply
  30. Susan says

    May 15, 2016 at 12:35 PM

    4 stars
    I just made these. They are quite easy to make. The hardest part was punching down the cookie after coming out of the oven to get a cup. Some were perfect, other not so much. They are cooling right now. My husband just tried one, and he said “it was really good”. High praise from him. They filling is thick but still runny. Not sure if I would put in a lunch box. Maybe it will harden as the apples are still slightly warm. I love the idea of the cookie cup rather than dough. Thank you for the recipe. It is very unique.

    Reply
    • Olivia says

      May 15, 2016 at 1:00 PM

      Hi Susan! I’m so glad you liked this recipe! I agree, punching down the cups is the trickiest part, but they don’t all have to be perfect — certainly not all of mine were. I probably wouldn’t toss them into a lunch box without putting them in their own little container, or maybe wrapping them in plastic wrap. They freeze really well, so you could pop a frozen one into a lunch box (wrapped in plastic) and it should thaw out before they need to eat it :).

      Reply
      • Susan says

        May 15, 2016 at 7:49 PM

        Thanks for the tip on freezing them. Another nice thing about the recipe is that is truly makes 24 cookie cups. I often find a recipe will say for example, 24, but actually make 18. Nice to know I can freeze some for later. I have handed out a couple to more. So far, everyone really likes them.

        Reply
      • Marie Ramczyk says

        September 30, 2016 at 5:26 PM

        I used to make tart shells this way: roll out pie crust, cut out circle of dough, drape over the back side of a muffin tin, press gently to form, patch cracks and holes, bake, and repeat. It took hours to make any significant quantity, and I couldn’t bring myself to bother with it more than once a year.

        This life-changing gadget has revolutionized the process. You drop a ball of pie crust into a tart pan or mini muffin pan, dip the wooden end of the tart press/tamper into some flour so it won’t stick, and do a quick little press-and-wiggle maneuver to form beautiful tarts. We made ten or twelve dozen mini tarts for our last party: mini pumpkin pies, chocolate ganache tarts (with chocolate crust), and honey-nut tarts.

        Two hints: If you’re using a mini muffin pan to make tart shells, then one medium cookie scoop (I use the OXO brand scoops) is enough dough for TWO mini tarts. Also, if you roll the ball of dough between your hands, to make it mostly smooth, then you’ll get prettier tarts with smooth, uncracked edges at the top.

        Reply
        • Olivia says

          September 30, 2016 at 7:08 PM

          Thanks for the awesome tips, Marie! I don’t make pies and tarts often because of the hassle with the dough, but you have convinced me to check out this tart press! Sounds like a life saver :).

          Reply
  31. liz roberts says

    May 10, 2016 at 12:55 AM

    Why do people comment without actually making them? That’s not helpful. I look for peoples opinions who actually made them.

    Reply
    • Olivia says

      May 10, 2016 at 12:47 PM

      Sorry Liz, I hope you try them anyhow, they are delicious!

      Reply
    • Lisa burris says

      October 26, 2017 at 4:09 AM

      Thank you very much! My opinion exactly! I too want to know what people think of the recipe after they made it!

      Reply
  32. Robin says

    May 9, 2016 at 6:02 PM

    5 stars
    did you use the mini muffin pan or a regular cupcake pan?

    Reply
    • Olivia says

      May 9, 2016 at 6:51 PM

      Hi Robin! I used a regular cupcake pan ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
      • giana says

        November 25, 2019 at 1:26 PM

        hi what is the yield of this recipe?

        Reply
        • Olivia says

          November 26, 2019 at 10:09 AM

          The recipe makes 24 cookie cups.

          Reply
  33. Karen @ Karen's Kitchen Stories says

    April 12, 2016 at 9:00 PM

    How adorable are these??? Oh my goodness, and they sound so tasty.

    Reply
    • Olivia says

      April 13, 2016 at 12:06 PM

      Thanks so much Karen! They were super delicious ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  34. Claudia |The Brick Kitchen says

    April 12, 2016 at 8:41 PM

    Actually wanted one of these in my hand right now, they sound incredible! Crunchy oatmeal cookie + warming spiced apple filling? And none of the trials involved with pie crust making? Such a win! So right for the cold weather hitting Melbourne at the moment.

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    • Olivia says

      April 13, 2016 at 12:07 PM

      I know, right?? Pie crusts are my least fave thing ever to make. I am sure they would be perfectly comforting for the Fall weather in Aus! ๐Ÿ™‚

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  35. Thalia @ butter and brioche says

    April 11, 2016 at 10:25 PM

    Well this is perfect consider it’s Autumn and rainy here in Australia! Love anything apple and spiced. The combination is always so comforting and cozy.

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    • Olivia says

      May 10, 2016 at 8:38 AM

      Ack, how did I miss this message?? Thanks Thalia! These are truly a perfect comfort food ๐Ÿ™‚

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  36. Keith @ How's it Lookin? says

    April 11, 2016 at 1:50 PM

    This looks great. Nice and crispy. Thanks for sharing.

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    • Olivia says

      April 11, 2016 at 3:56 PM

      Thanks Keith!

      Reply
  37. jane @ littlesugarsnaps says

    April 11, 2016 at 12:14 PM

    5 stars
    Who cares if it’s not autumn. I can go for apple desserts anytime – especially when they sound as heavenly as these. I think my kids would be delighted to find one of these in their lunchbox on a Friday as their end of the week treat.

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    • Olivia says

      April 11, 2016 at 12:35 PM

      Me too! Apple anything all the time. I hope you try these. Thanks Jane! ๐Ÿ™‚

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  38. Megan @ Meg is Well says

    April 11, 2016 at 9:18 AM

    Apple pie is a year round dessert for me! This is such an amazing idea and I love recipes that you can make the day before and then assemble the next day. Perfect!

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    • Olivia says

      April 11, 2016 at 12:32 PM

      Thanks Meg! I’m glad you agree ๐Ÿ˜€

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  39. Heather Kinnaird says

    April 11, 2016 at 7:04 AM

    I can almost smell those delicious apples! what a fun cookie cup idea

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    • Olivia says

      April 11, 2016 at 8:30 AM

      Thanks so much Heather! ๐Ÿ™‚

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  40. Justine @ JustineCelina.com says

    April 10, 2016 at 5:45 PM

    Yum! These are such a great idea, Olivia. They looks so delish! Pinning now. ๐Ÿ™‚ Hope you’re having a nice weekend!

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    • Olivia says

      April 10, 2016 at 8:01 PM

      Thanks Justine! <3 xoxo

      Reply
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