Description
These Apple Cider Cookies are soft, spiced treats bursting with fresh apple flavor and a hint of cinnamon and nutmeg. Perfect for fall, they feature tender cookies made with apple cider and diced apples, topped with a sweet apple cider glaze for an extra touch of seasonal delight.
Ingredients
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Cookie Dough
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup apple cider
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup diced apples
Apple Cider Glaze
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1–2 tbsp apple cider
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, creating a smooth base for your cookie dough.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and apple cider until the mixture is smooth and well combined, infusing the dough with moisture and flavor.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt to ensure the spices and leavening agents are evenly distributed.
- Mix Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined to avoid overworking the dough.
- Fold in Diced Apples: Gently fold the diced apples into the dough with a spatula, distributing them evenly without breaking them down.
- Scoop and Bake: Drop spoonfuls of the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them apart. Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes until the edges are lightly golden.
- Cool and Glaze: Allow the cookies to cool completely on a wire rack. Mix the powdered sugar with 1 to 2 tablespoons of apple cider to make a glaze, then drizzle it over the cooled cookies for a sweet finishing touch.
Notes
- For best results, use fresh, firm apples to ensure the diced pieces hold their shape during baking.
- You can adjust the apple cider amount in the glaze to achieve your desired consistency.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
- These cookies can also be made dairy-free by substituting the butter with a vegan alternative.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: apple cider cookies, fall cookies, spiced cookies, apple dessert, cinnamon cookies, apple glaze cookies
