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Apple Cider Cookies Recipe

Apple Cider Cookies Recipe
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Delight in the warm, cozy flavors of these apple cider cookies, featuring a rich browned butter base and aromatic apple pie spices. Perfectly soft and chewy with a touch of cinnamon sugar for a festive finish, these cookies capture the essence of autumn in every bite.

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

  • 2 cups apple cider
  • 20 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 large egg (room temperature)
  • 1¼ cups light brown sugar
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

  • 2½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons apple pie spice or pumpkin spice
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Topping

  • Ground cinnamon (for topping)
  • Cinnamon sugar (for rolling)
  • Optional icing for drizzling

Instructions

  1. Reduce Cider: In a medium saucepan, simmer the apple cider over medium heat until it has reduced to about ¼ cup. This concentrates the apple flavor. Remove from heat and let it cool completely.
  2. Brown Butter: Melt the unsalted butter over low heat in a saucepan, stirring frequently until it becomes lightly browned and develops a nutty aroma. Remove from heat and allow to cool for about 15 minutes.
  3. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, apple pie spice (or pumpkin spice), and salt to evenly distribute the leavening agents and spices.
  4. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix the browned butter with light brown sugar and granulated sugar until well combined. Then add the egg, cooled reduced apple cider, and vanilla extract, stirring until smooth.
  5. Combine Mixtures: Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring just until combined to prevent overmixing and keep the cookies tender.
  6. Form Cookies: Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop portions of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  7. Bake: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake the cookies for 9–11 minutes until the edges are set and the centers appear slightly underbaked for a chewy texture.
  8. Cool & Decorate: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then roll them gently in cinnamon sugar while warm. Optionally, drizzle with icing for added sweetness and decoration. Let cool completely on a wire rack before serving.

Notes

  • Reducing the apple cider intensifies its flavor, so be patient during this step.
  • Browned butter adds depth but be careful not to burn it.
  • If you don’t have apple pie spice, a mix of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves works well.
  • For an extra decorative touch, drizzle with vanilla or cream cheese icing after rolling in cinnamon sugar.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
  • Freezing the dough for 30 minutes before baking can help control spreading if desired.

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Keywords: apple cider cookies, apple pie spice cookies, autumn cookies, browned butter cookies, cinnamon sugar cookies, fall dessert

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