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Apple Cider Cookies Recipe

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These Apple Cider Cookies are a perfect cozy fall treat, bursting with warm spices, fresh diced apples, and a delightful apple cider glaze. Soft, chewy, and subtly spiced, they’re ideal for holiday dessert trays, cookie exchanges, or a sweet snack enjoyed with a warm beverage.

Ingredients

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Cookie Dough

  • 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup apple cider
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 cup diced apples (preferably tart varieties like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)

Glaze

  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1–2 tbsp apple cider

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent the cookies from sticking.
  2. Cream the Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter together with the brown and granulated sugars until the mixture is light, fluffy, and smooth. This step creates the perfect tender texture in the cookies.
  3. Add the Wet Ingredients: Mix in the egg, vanilla extract, and apple cider until well combined. The dough will appear slightly loose but don’t worry, it will come together once you add the dry ingredients.
  4. Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening agents and spices.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Slowly add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing gently until just combined, ensuring the dough stays tender and soft.
  6. Fold in the Apples: Using a spatula, gently fold in the diced apples. Be careful not to overmix to maintain the dough’s tender consistency and the integrity of the apple pieces.
  7. Scoop and Bake: Using a cookie scoop or spoon, place dough balls a few inches apart on the prepared baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, until the cookie edges are golden and centers look set but still soft.
  8. Cool and Glaze: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer them to a cooling rack to cool completely. While they cool, whisk the powdered sugar with 1 to 2 tablespoons of apple cider to make a smooth glaze. Drizzle this glaze over the completely cooled cookies for a sweet finishing touch.

Notes

  • Use tart apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for the best flavor and texture as they hold their shape well.
  • If the dough feels too sticky to handle or scoop, chill it in the refrigerator for about 20 minutes before baking.
  • For a stronger apple cider flavor, reduce the apple cider on the stovetop before adding it to the dough to concentrate its taste.
  • Optional: Add chopped pecans or walnuts for a crunchy variation.
  • The flavors intensify after resting; these cookies taste even better the day after baking.

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