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Apple Cider Cookies Recipe

Apple Cider Cookies Recipe
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Delightful Apple Cider Cookies are a perfect fall treat, featuring a rich blend of browned butter and warm apple pie spices, balanced by the sweet tang of reduced apple cider. Soft on the inside with a cinnamon sugar coating, these cookies bring cozy seasonal flavors to your cookie jar.

Ingredients

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Apple Cider Reduction

  • 2 cups apple cider

Dry Ingredients

  • 2½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons apple pie spice or pumpkin spice
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 20 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1¼ cup light brown sugar
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg (room temperature)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Topping

  • Ground cinnamon, for rolling
  • Cinnamon sugar for coating
  • Icing for drizzling (optional)

Instructions

  1. Reduce Cider: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, simmer the 2 cups of apple cider until it has reduced down to approximately ¼ cup. This concentrates the flavor and removes excess liquid. Allow it to cool completely before using.
  2. Brown Butter: In a separate saucepan, melt the 20 tablespoons of unsalted butter over low heat. Continue cooking until the butter turns a light golden brown and develops a nutty aroma, then remove from heat and let it cool for about 15 minutes to stop cooking.
  3. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the 2½ cups all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons apple pie spice or pumpkin spice, 1 teaspoon baking powder, ½ teaspoon baking soda, and ¼ teaspoon salt. This ensures leavening and spice are evenly distributed.
  4. Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, blend the cooled browned butter with 1¼ cup light brown sugar and ¾ cup granulated sugar until smooth. Beat in the large egg and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, then stir in the cooled reduced apple cider until fully combined.
  5. Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined to avoid overmixing, which can toughen the cookies.
  6. Form Cookies: Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded spoonfuls of the dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone mat, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  7. Bake: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the cookies for 9 to 11 minutes or until the edges are set and the centers are still slightly soft.
  8. Cool & Decorate: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack. While still warm, roll them in ground cinnamon sugar for an added sweet-spicy crust. Once cooled, optionally drizzle with icing for extra sweetness and presentation.

Notes

  • Ensure the apple cider is reduced until syrupy to avoid soggy cookie dough.
  • Use room temperature egg to help with better mixing and texture.
  • Browned butter adds a rich, nutty flavor, but be careful not to burn it.
  • Cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
  • For a dairy-free option, substitute butter with a vegan butter alternative.
  • Adjust spices to taste if you prefer a stronger cinnamon or pumpkin flavor.

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