Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of Amazing Apple Cider Caramel Cookies: A 1 in 100 Fall Delight! These cookies bring together the rich, tangy flavor of reduced apple cider and the sweet allure of caramel, creating a unique treat perfect for cozy autumn gatherings. With their chewy texture and easy preparation, they are sure to impress friends and family at any occasion. Enjoy them warm with your favorite beverage or packaged beautifully as a thoughtful gift. This fall-inspired dessert is not only delicious but also versatile, making it a must-try for anyone looking to elevate their seasonal baking game.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup apple cider, reduced to ¼ cup
- 1 cup caramel bits or chopped soft caramels
Instructions
- Reduce apple cider in a small saucepan until it reaches about ¼ cup; let it cool.
- Cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time and stir in vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, and salt; then gradually mix into the wet ingredients.
- Stir in cooled apple cider and caramel bits until evenly combined.
- Chill dough for at least 30 minutes before baking.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Roll tablespoon-sized balls of dough in sugar if desired, place on sheets two inches apart.
- Bake for 9-11 minutes until edges are golden brown; let cool before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 11 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (35g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg