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Apple Cider Cookies
Delight in these soft, spiced cookies infused with rich apple cider reduction, perfect for cozy gatherings.
Ingredients
Dough
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled 5 minutes
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- ⅓ cup apple cider reduction (see note)
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon nutmeg
- ¼ cup granulated sugar (for coating)
- 1–2 teaspoons cinnamon (to taste)
Instructions
- Simmer 3 cups apple cider until reduced to ⅓ cup; cool completely.
- Mix melted butter, sugars, eggs, vanilla, and cider reduction; add dry ingredients and combine.
- Refrigerate dough for 1 hour until firm enough to scoop.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Mix cinnamon and sugar for coating.
- Shape dough into balls, coat in cinnamon-sugar, and place on baking sheets. Bake 11–14 minutes.
Notes
Ensure dough is chilled enough to handle easily for scooping.