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Apple Cider Cookies

Warm and Chewy Apple Cider Cookies for Cozy Moments

These Apple Cider Cookies offer a warm, spiced flavor that is perfect for cozy gatherings this fall.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1 cup softened butter at room temperature
  • 1 cup granulated sugar can be substituted with coconut sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar dark brown will deepen the flavor
  • 1 large egg can be replaced with chia or flax egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract use pure for best flavor
  • 1 cup apple cider use fresh for better taste
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour can substitute with gluten-free flour blend
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon integral for flavor
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup tart apples (e.g., Granny Smith, Honeycrisp) diced
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar mix with apple cider for added flavor

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • cookie scoop
  • Baking sheets
  • parchment paper
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Apple Cider Cookies
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line your baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Cream softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until light and fluffy, about 3–4 minutes.
  3. Add in the egg, vanilla extract, and apple cider, mixing until fully combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  5. Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring gently.
  6. Fold in the diced tart apples while being careful not to overwork the dough.
  7. Scoop the dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them a few inches apart.
  8. Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are golden and centers are soft.
  9. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes then transfer to a wire rack.
  10. Whisk powdered sugar and apple cider in a bowl until smooth for the glaze.
  11. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cookies and let it set before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 40mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best results, keep butter at room temperature and monitor baking closely for desired texture.

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