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Apple Cider Cookies

Delicious Apple Cider Cookies for a Cozy Fall Treat

Experience the essence of autumn with these soft and chewy apple cider cookies that are perfect for sharing.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup unsalted butter room temperature
  • 1 cup granulated sugar substitute with coconut sugar if desired
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar can be replaced with extra granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg or flaxseed meal mixed with water for a vegan option
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract use pure vanilla for better flavor
  • 1 cup apple cider ensure it is reduced for a concentrated flavor
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour substitute with 1:1 gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free option
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda ensure freshness
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon adjust to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg use freshly ground for stronger flavor
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt balances sweetness
  • 1 cup diced apples use tart apples like Granny Smith
For the Glaze
  • 2 cups powdered sugar can be substituted with a sugar alternative
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider to combine with powdered sugar for glaze

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • whisk
  • Cookie Scoop
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the egg, vanilla extract, and apple cider, mixing until well combined.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt; gradually add to the wet ingredients.
  5. Fold in the diced apples until evenly distributed.
  6. Portion out the dough into balls and place on the baking sheet, spaced 2 inches apart.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 10–12 minutes until edges are golden.
  8. Cool the cookies on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  9. Whisk together powdered sugar and apple cider until smooth to prepare the glaze.
  10. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cookies and let set before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.6mg

Notes

Chill the dough for easier scooping if too sticky. Use fresh apple cider for the best flavor.

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