Apple cider cookies are a delightful autumn treat that combines the rich flavors of apple cider and warm spices, offering a cozy taste of fall in every bite.
Author:Rachel cherry
Prep Time:20 minutes
Cook Time:11 minutes
Total Time:31 minutes
Yield:Approximately 24 cookies 1x
Category:Dessert
Method:Baking
Cuisine:American
Ingredients
Scale
2 cups apple cider
20 tablespoons unsalted butter
2½ cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons apple pie spice or pumpkin spice
1 large egg (room temperature)
1¼ cup light brown sugar
¾ cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
Ground cinnamon (for topping)
Instructions
Reduce the apple cider in a saucepan over medium heat until it reaches about ¼ cup; let cool.
Brown the unsalted butter on low heat until lightly golden and fragrant; cool for about 15 minutes.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and apple pie or pumpkin spice.
In another bowl, mix the browned butter with light brown sugar and granulated sugar, then add the egg, reduced apple cider, and optional vanilla extract.
Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined; avoid overmixing.
Use a cookie scoop to drop dough onto a lined baking sheet, spacing them two inches apart.
Bake at 375°F for about 9–11 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft.
Cool slightly before rolling in ground cinnamon sugar and drizzling with icing if desired.