Description
Deliciously soft and spiced Apple Cider Cookies featuring tender chunks of fresh apples and a sweet apple cider glaze. These cookies blend warm cinnamon and nutmeg flavors with the fruity tang of apple cider, perfect for autumn or any cozy occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
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
Glaze
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1–2 tbsp apple cider
Instructions
- Preheat: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and promote even baking.
- Cream butter and sugars: In a large bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar using a mixer until the mixture is light, fluffy, and well combined.
- Add wet ingredients: Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and apple cider until the batter becomes smooth and homogenous.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt making sure they are evenly mixed.
- Mix dry into wet: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined, careful not to overmix to keep the cookies tender.
- Fold in apples: Gently fold diced apples into the batter using a spatula, distributing them evenly throughout the dough.
- Scoop and bake: Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them evenly, and bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes until cookies are lightly golden around the edges.
- Cool and glaze: Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely. Mix powdered sugar with apple cider to create a drizzle glaze and drizzle over cooled cookies for a sweet finishing touch.
Notes
- Use fresh, tart apples like Granny Smith for best flavor and texture.
- Diced apples should be small to ensure even distribution and prevent sogginess.
- The glaze can be adjusted in consistency by adding more or less apple cider.
- Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 3 days to maintain freshness.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute butter with a vegan butter alternative.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: apple cider cookies, cinnamon cookies, spiced cookies, autumn cookies, apple dessert, holiday baking
