Description
Apple Cider Cookies are the ultimate fall treat, combining the warm flavors of apple cider and spices into a soft, chewy delight. Perfect for gatherings or cozy afternoons, these cookies are rolled in cinnamon sugar and drizzled with a sweet apple cider glaze, making them irresistible to all. Whether you’re looking to impress guests at a holiday party or simply indulge in a comforting dessert, these cookies will be the highlight of any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups apple cider (reduced to 1/4 cup)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Reduce apple cider in a saucepan over medium heat until it thickens to about 1/4 cup; let cool.
- Mix together granulated sugar and cinnamon for coating; set aside.
- Cream butter and sugars until fluffy. Add egg, vanilla, and cooled cider; mix well.
- In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Combine with wet ingredients until just mixed.
- Chill dough for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll dough into tablespoon-sized balls, coat in cinnamon sugar, and place on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes until edges are golden but centers are set; cool slightly before transferring to a wire rack.
- Drizzle cooled cookies with glaze made from powdered sugar and remaining reduced cider.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (28g)
- Calories: 105
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 54mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 14mg