Irresistibly Chewy Apple Cider Cookies to Savor This Fall
Servings: 24 cookies
Calories: 150kcal
These Apple Cider Cookies blend rich apple flavor and aromatic spices, creating a perfect fall treat.
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Equipment
- mixing bowl
- saucepan
- Whisk
- electric mixer
- Baking Sheets
- Parchment Paper
- Wire Rack
Ingredients
For the Cookie Dough
- 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour.
- 1 cup Unsalted Butter Use at room temperature.
- 1 cup Light Brown Sugar Packed for optimal flavor.
- ½ cup Granulated Sugar Used for coating.
- 1 large Egg Binds the ingredients.
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Opt for pure extract.
- 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Leavening agent.
- 2 teaspoons Apple Pie Spice Can substitute with cinnamon and nutmeg.
- ½ teaspoon Kosher Salt Use sparingly.
- ½ cup Reduced Apple Cider Simmer to reduce from 2 cups.
- ¼ teaspoon Optional Nutmeg Recommended for extra warmth.
- ¼ teaspoon Optional Allspice Adds depth of flavor.
For Optional Glaze
- 1 cup Powdered Sugar For sweetening the glaze.
- 2 tablespoons Reduced Apple Cider Infuses glaze with flavor.
Instructions
How to Make Apple Cider Cookies
- In a small saucepan, simmer 2 cups of apple cider over medium heat until it reduces to about ½ cup.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Mix in one large egg, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and the cooled reduced apple cider into the creamed butter and sugar.
- In another bowl, whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, 2 teaspoons of apple pie spice, and ½ teaspoon of kosher salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet mixture, mixing just until combined.
- Cover the dough and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Roll the chilled dough into 1-inch balls and coat in granulated sugar.
- Bake the cookies for 9-11 minutes, until the edges are set and the centers remain soft.
- Let the baked cookies cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Optionally drizzle with an apple cider glaze made from mixing powdered sugar with reduced apple cider.
Notes
Using fresh, high-quality cider enhances the flavor. Chill dough to maintain texture. Adjust spices to your liking. Store cookies properly for freshness.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cookie | Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1.5g | Cholesterol: 25mg | Sodium: 100mg | Potassium: 50mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 200IU | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 0.5mg