1. Prep the Filling

1. Pour the canned apple pie filling into a bowl.
2. Use kitchen scissors or a knife to chop any large apple slices into small pieces.
3. Stir in the apple pie spice and caramel syrup until well combined.

2. Roll and Cut the Dough

1. Unroll the pie crusts on a floured surface.
2. Use a round cookie cutter (about 2.5 to 3 inches wide) to cut out as many circles as possible.
3. Re-roll scraps to get a few more rounds.

3. Assemble the Cookies

1. Lay half the dough circles on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
2. Add about 1 tablespoon of apple filling to the center of each.
3. Top with another dough circle and press edges with a fork to seal.
4. Use a small knife to cut a tiny slit on the top of each cookie for venting.

4. Egg Wash and Sugar Topping

1. Beat egg with water to make an egg wash.
2. Brush each cookie top lightly with egg wash.
3. Sprinkle with sparkling sugar.

5. Bake

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Bake for 15–18 minutes or until golden brown and crisp.
3. Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.