Description
Experience the cozy flavors of fall with these delightful Apple Cider Cookies. Infused with the richness of reduced apple cider and warm spices, this recipe creates irresistibly chewy cookies that are perfect for any occasion — from family gatherings to holiday celebrations. The unique cinnamon sugar coating and sweet apple cider glaze not only add visual appeal but also enhance the comforting flavor profile, making these cookies a seasonal favorite. Whether enjoyed with a cup of coffee or as part of a dessert platter, these cookies are sure to impress everyone who tries them.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons apple cider
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 – 2 tablespoons apple cider
Instructions
- Reduce the apple cider in a saucepan over medium heat until it reaches ¼ cup; let cool.
- Brown the butter in another saucepan over low heat, then cool.
- Whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cornstarch, spices, and salt in one bowl.
- In a separate bowl, combine cooled brown butter and sugars; mix in egg, reduced cider, and vanilla.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet ingredients until just combined; let rest.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Scoop dough onto the sheet and bake for 9–11 minutes until edges are set.
- Brush cookies with melted butter and coat in cinnamon sugar; drizzle with glaze after cooling.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 11 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg