Apple Cider Cookies (Printable Version)
Soft, spiced apple cider cookies with a sugary glaze and a hint of apple pie spice.
# What You'll Need:
→ Cookies
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1 cup apple cider
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1/2 cup (1 stick / 113 g) unsalted butter, room temperature
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3/4 cup (150 g) light brown sugar, packed
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1 large egg, room temperature
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour
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2 teaspoons apple pie spice
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
→ Coating
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1/4 cup (50 g) granulated sugar
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1 teaspoon apple pie spice
→ Glaze
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1 cup (125 g) confectioners’ sugar
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2 to 3 tablespoons apple cider
# Step-by-Step Guide:
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In a small saucepan over medium heat, cook the apple cider for 20 minutes, stirring frequently until reduced to about 1/4 cup. Remove from heat and cool completely.
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In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat unsalted butter and light brown sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy. Add the egg, vanilla extract, and cooled reduced apple cider; mix until combined. Set aside.
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In a separate large bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, apple pie spice, baking soda, and kosher salt.
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Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined to form the dough.
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two large baking sheets with parchment paper.
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In a small bowl, combine granulated sugar and apple pie spice; whisk until evenly blended and set aside.
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Use a 2-tablespoon cookie scoop to portion the dough. Roll each dough ball thoroughly in the sugar and spice mixture to coat all sides.
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Place coated dough balls on prepared baking sheets spaced 2 inches apart.
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Bake for 8 to 10 minutes until edges are set and lightly browned, while centers remain soft.
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Allow the cookies to cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
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In a small bowl, whisk confectioners’ sugar with 2 to 3 tablespoons apple cider, adding more cider to achieve desired consistency.
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Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cookies and serve.
# Additional Notes:
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Reduce the apple cider slowly to intensify flavor without burning.
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Do not overmix dough to maintain tender cookie texture.