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Apple Cider Cookies

Delicious cookies reminiscent of apple cider donuts, combining soft and chewy textures with a delightful apple flavor.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 22 cookies
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups apple cider Fresh apple cider gives these cookies their iconic flavor.
  • 20 tablespoons unsalted butter Butter adds richness and enhances the cookie's chewiness.
  • 2.5 cups all-purpose flour The foundation for a perfect cookie texture.
  • 2 teaspoons apple pie spice or pumpkin spice A blend of spices that captures the essence of fall.
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch Helps achieve a tender cookie consistency.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder Ensures the cookies rise properly during baking.
  • 0.25 teaspoon baking soda Works with acidic components to create lift in the dough.
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt Balances sweetness and enhances flavor.
  • 1.25 cups light brown sugar Adds moisture and depth of flavor to the cookies.
  • 0.25 cup granulated sugar Helps create a sweet crust on the outside of each cookie.
  • 1 large egg Binds ingredients together for a cohesive dough.
  • 1 large egg yolk Enriches the dough, making it extra tender.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Adds warmth and enhances overall flavor complexity.
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted For brushing onto cookies before coating with cinnamon sugar.
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider Provides additional flavor when assembling cookies.
  • 0.75 cup granulated sugar Used in cinnamon sugar coating for sweetness and crunch.
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon or spice blend Infuses each bite with comforting spice notes.
  • 1 cup powdered sugar Essential for creating a smooth icing drizzle on top of cookies.
  • 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances the sweetness of the icing drizzle.
  • 1-2 tablespoons apple cider Adjusts icing consistency to your preference.

Method
 

  1. Pour the apple cider into a small saucepan and heat it to a gentle boil over medium-high heat until it reduces down to ¼ cup, about 15-20 minutes.
  2. In another saucepan, melt butter on low heat until it begins to foam; whisk frequently until it becomes fragrant and lightly browned.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cornstarch, spices, and salt until combined.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled brown butter with sugars; then add egg, yolk, apple cider, and vanilla extract until well blended.
  5. Gradually stir dry ingredients into wet ingredients until just combined; let dough rest while preheating oven.
  6. Use a scoop to portion dough onto lined baking sheets; bake at 375°F for 9-11 minutes until edges are set.
  7. Cool cookies briefly on sheets before transferring them to cooling racks while preparing coatings.
  8. Whisk melted butter and apple cider together in one bowl; combine granulated sugar and cinnamon in another.
  9. Brush each cookie with apple cider butter before rolling in cinnamon sugar mixture on both sides.
  10. Mix powdered sugar with apple cider and vanilla extract for icing; drizzle over cooled cookies before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15g

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