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Cozy Apple Cider Cookies Recipe with Perfect Glaze

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Soft, chewy cookies bursting with apple cider flavor and topped with a sweet, tangy glaze—perfect for fall gatherings or cozy evenings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (240 ml) apple cider (to be reduced)
  • 1 cup (200 g) brown sugar (packed)
  • 1/2 cup (115 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cups (240 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 cup (120 g) powdered sugar
  • 2 tbsp apple cider (use reserved reduced cider)
  • 1/4 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Reduce the apple cider: Pour the apple cider into a medium saucepan and heat over medium-high heat. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cook until the cider has reduced to about 1/4 cup (60 ml), stirring occasionally—this takes about 15-20 minutes. Let cool completely.
  2. Prepare the cookie dough: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the brown sugar and butter until light and fluffy (about 2 minutes). Add the egg, vanilla extract, and cooled reduced apple cider, mixing until combined.
  3. Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  4. Mix the dough: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. The dough will be soft but should hold its shape.
  5. Chill the dough: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes. Chilling helps the cookies keep their shape while baking.
  6. Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line your baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
  7. Scoop and bake: Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to drop dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cookies are set and just starting to brown around the edges.
  8. Cool the cookies: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Make the glaze: In a medium bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, apple cider, and vanilla extract until smooth. If the glaze is too thick, add a drop more cider; if too thin, add more powdered sugar.
  10. Glaze the cookies: Once the cookies are completely cool, drizzle the glaze over them using a spoon or piping bag. Let the glaze set for about 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

[‘Reducing the apple cider is crucial for achieving bold apple flavor.’, ‘Chilling the dough helps the cookies hold their shape during baking.’, ‘Adjust glaze consistency with cider or powdered sugar as needed.’, ‘Avoid overbaking to keep the cookies soft and chewy.’, ‘Use fresh spices for the best flavor.’]

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Keywords: apple cider cookies, fall dessert, glazed cookies, autumn treats, easy cookie recipe

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