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Apple Cider Cookies

Apple Cider Cookies Recipe
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Apple cider cookies are the perfect way to celebrate the flavors of fall. This delightful recipe captures the essence of apple cider donuts in a soft, chewy cookie form. Each bite is infused with warm spices and a hint of sweetness, making them an ideal treat for cozy gatherings or enjoying with your favorite hot beverage at home. Coated in a buttery apple cider mixture and rolled in cinnamon sugar, these cookies are sure to become a family favorite!

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups apple cider
  • 20 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons apple pie spice or pumpkin spice
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1¼ cup light brown sugar
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 large egg yolk, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider (not reduced)
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon or spice blend
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 – 2 tablespoons apple cider (not reduced)

Instructions

  1. Reduce apple cider in a saucepan over medium heat until it reaches about ¼ cup; let cool.
  2. Brown butter in another saucepan on low heat until fragrant; cool for 15 minutes.
  3. Whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cornstarch, spices, and salt in a bowl.
  4. In a large bowl, mix cooled brown butter with sugars, then add egg, yolk, reduced cider, and vanilla.
  5. Fold dry ingredients into wet ingredients until just combined; let rest while preheating oven to 375°F (190°C).
  6. Scoop dough onto lined baking sheet about 3 inches apart and bake for 9-11 minutes until edges are set.
  7. Cool for 5 minutes before transferring to a rack; coat in cinnamon sugar.

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