Apple Pie Pizza

These take the classic idea of pie and flip it on its head in the best way. Think Apple Pie Pizza baked into a fudgy, deep dish skillet cookie, using the same rich cookie dough from the Nutella Stuffed Deep Dish Chocolate Chip Skillet Cookie. It is everything you love about an apple dessert pizza wrapped in one outrageous, gooey dessert pizza pie moment.

What Makes This Recipe So Good

This recipe works because the apple filling is cooked just enough to release its juices without turning mushy. Those softened apples settle into the thick cookie base and create a layered Apple Pie Pizza that tastes balanced and never overly sweet. The cookie crust also bakes evenly under the fruit, so every slice holds together the way a good apple dessert pizza should.

The method is simple but smart. Instead of a traditional pie crust, the deep dish cookie dough gives you structure, richness, and a soft interior that pairs beautifully with warm apples. It turns a basic apple pie pizza recipe into something far more decadent and unforgettable. The result is a dessert pizza pie with thick, chewy edges, a gooey center, and a flavor that feels endlessly comforting.

What Goes Into Apple Pie Pizza

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This Apple Pie Pizza keeps the ingredient list simple while giving you the best mix of texture, sweetness, and structure.

• Red Apples: Two medium red apples create a soft, juicy filling that holds its shape while baking. Their natural sweetness pairs perfectly with the cinnamon and brown sugar.
• Softened Butter: Butter is blended into both the cookie dough and the apple mixture, which gives the base its chewy texture and helps the apples caramelize gently in the skillet.
• Brown Sugar: Brown sugar adds moisture and depth to the cookie and the filling. It melts into the apples and creates a warm, caramel-like sweetness that defines this dessert.
• Vanilla Extract: Vanilla rounds out the flavor of both the apples and the cookie dough. It adds warmth and brings all the spices and sugars together without overpowering the fruit.

Note: Please see recipe card at the bottom for a full list of ingredients with measurements.

How To Make Apple Pie Pizza

1. Preheat and Prep the Pan: Preheat the oven to 176C or 350F. Lightly grease a 9 inch skillet or round pie dish, wipe out any excess, and set it aside.

2. Cook Filling: Combine all filling ingredients in a saucepan. Bring it to a gentle boil, then lower the heat and simmer until the apples soften and the caramel thickens.

3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a bowl, whisk the butter, brown sugar, and vanilla until the mixture becomes light and creamy. Add the egg and whisk again until smooth.

4. Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, stir together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined.

5. Layer the Cookie Base: Spoon two thirds of the cookie dough into the prepared pan and spread it in an even layer. Keep the edges slightly raised to hold the filling.

6. Add Apples and Top with Dough: Pour the filling over the cookie base, leaving space around the edges. Spoon the remaining dough over the top and sprinkle with cinnamon sugar.

7. Bake Until Fudgy: Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out slightly moist. The cookie will firm up as it cools.

8. Finish with Caramel: Combine topping ingredients in the same saucepan and cook until the apples soften and the caramel thickens. Spoon over each slice to serve.

Apple Pie Pizza pairs wonderfully with dishes that add contrast in texture and flavor. Lasagna Stuffed Burritos bring a fun, hearty bite that makes dessert feel even more special without being too heavy. Huevos Rancheros Tortizza offers a crisp, savory base that sets the stage for a sweet finish. For a light but flavorful option, Goats Cheese and Smoked Salmon English Muffin adds a creamy, tangy note that balances the richness of the apple cookie base.

Tips For Making Apple Pie Pizza

• Let the apples simmer long enough for the caramel to thicken. It makes the filling easier to layer and keeps the cookie from turning soggy.
• Keep the cookie dough slightly under mixed. A few streaks of flour are fine and help the base stay soft and fudgy.
• If the top browns too quickly, place a loose piece of foil over the skillet so the center can keep baking without drying out.
• I like to slice this once it has cooled a bit. The structure sets up nicely and each piece comes out clean.

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