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Apple Cider Cookies Recipe

Apple Cider Cookies

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of fall with our Apple Cider Cookies Recipe. These soft and chewy cookies are infused with the essence of fresh apple cider and warm spices, making them a perfect treat for cozy gatherings or quiet moments at home. Their unique taste, reminiscent of classic apple cider donuts, will surely impress your family and friends. With a sweet cinnamon sugar coating and a drizzle of apple cider glaze, these cookies not only taste amazing but also look beautiful on any dessert table. Easy to make and versatile for various occasions, you’ll find yourself baking these again and again!

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: About 22 cookies 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups apple cider
  • 20 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons apple pie spice
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1¼ cup light brown sugar
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg (room temperature)
  • 1 large egg yolk (room temperature)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider (not reduced)
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 – 2 tablespoons apple cider (not reduced)

Instructions

  1. Reduce apple cider in a saucepan over medium heat until it reaches about ¼ cup. Cool to room temperature.
  2. Brown the butter in a saucepan over low heat until it turns nutty brown; cool for 15 minutes.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cornstarch, spices, and salt.
  4. In a large bowl, combine cooled browned butter with sugars; add egg, reduced cider, and vanilla until smooth.
  5. Mix dry ingredients into wet until just combined; let dough rest while preheating oven to 375°F (190°C).
  6. Scoop dough onto lined baking sheets and bake for 9–11 minutes until edges set.
  7. Cool cookies on racks before coating with an apple cider butter mixture followed by cinnamon sugar.
  8. Drizzle glaze over cookies before serving.
  • Author: Mason
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie (approximately 38g)
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 90mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: <1g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg