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Apple Cider Cookies Recipe

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Delight in the cozy flavors of fall with these Apple Cider Cookies. Infused with real apple cider and warm spices like apple pie or pumpkin spice, these soft, perfectly sweetened cookies are a seasonal favorite that come topped with a hint of cinnamon for an extra touch of warmth.

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

  • 2 cups apple cider
  • 20 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 large egg (room temperature)

Dry Ingredients

  • 2½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons apple pie spice or pumpkin spice
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder

Sugars & Toppings

  • 1¼ cup light brown sugar
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • Ground cinnamon (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Reduce the Apple Cider: Pour 2 cups of apple cider into a saucepan over medium heat and simmer until reduced to about ¼ cup, stirring occasionally. This concentrates the apple flavor and helps avoid excess liquid in the dough.
  2. Prepare Butter and Sugars: In a mixing bowl, cream together the 20 tablespoons unsalted butter, 1¼ cups light brown sugar, and ¾ cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy, incorporating air for a tender cookie.
  3. Add Egg and Reduced Cider: Beat in the large egg and the cooled reduced apple cider to the butter-sugar mixture until fully combined.
  4. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together 2½ cups all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons apple pie spice (or pumpkin spice), and 1 teaspoon baking powder.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until a soft dough forms. Avoid overmixing to keep cookies tender.
  6. Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
  7. Shape the Cookies: Scoop dough by tablespoonfuls onto the baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Flatten slightly with the back of a spoon or your fingers.
  8. Add Cinnamon Topping: Lightly sprinkle ground cinnamon over the tops of each cookie for a warm, aromatic finish.
  9. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 12–15 minutes or until the edges are set and lightly golden but the center remains soft.
  10. Cool: Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.

Notes

  • If apple pie spice is not available, use a combination of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves as a substitute.
  • Make sure the reduced apple cider is cooled to room temperature before adding it to the butter mixture to prevent melting the butter.
  • For a chewier texture, slightly underbake the cookies by reducing baking time by 1–2 minutes.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.
  • Use room temperature butter and egg for better mixing and texture.

Keywords: apple cider cookies, fall cookies, spiced cookies, apple pie spice cookies, autumn desserts

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