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Apple Cider Cookies

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Apple Cider Cookies are soft, chewy, and full of cozy fall flavor, made with reduced apple cider and warm spices. Perfect with a warm drink or served at seasonal gatherings, they deliver the comforting taste of autumn in every bite.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups apple cider (reduced to 1/3 cup)
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Optional: 1/4 cup cinnamon-sugar for rolling
  • Optional glaze: 1/2 cup powdered sugar + 1–2 teaspoons apple cider

Instructions

  1. Pour the apple cider into a saucepan and simmer over medium heat until reduced to about 1/3 cup. Let it cool.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  3. In a large bowl, cream the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add the vanilla extract and cooled reduced cider.
  5. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined.
  6. Chill the dough in the refrigerator for 30–60 minutes.
  7. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  8. Scoop dough into balls and roll in cinnamon sugar if desired. Place 2 inches apart on prepared baking sheets.
  9. Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until edges are set and centers are slightly soft.
  10. Let cookies cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  11. Optional: Drizzle with apple cider glaze once cooled.

Notes

Reducing apple cider enhances its flavor and prevents excess moisture in the dough.Chilling the dough improves texture and shape during baking.For extra apple flavor, fold in finely chopped dried apples.Use gluten-free 1:1 flour for a gluten-free version.Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 2 months.

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