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Apple Cider Cookies Recipe

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These Apple Cider Cookies are soft, flavorful treats that blend the warm spices of apple cider with a tender, buttery cookie base. Perfectly spiced and infused with real apple cider, they deliver a delightful fall-inspired flavor that’s both comforting and delicious.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2–1/3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 2 teaspoons apple pie spice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3 tablespoons instant apple cider mix (divided)

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 (2 sticks) cup unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup apple cider

Instructions

  1. Preheat and prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats to ensure easy cookie removal and even baking.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, baking soda, apple pie spice, salt, and 2 tablespoons of the instant apple cider mix until well combined.
  3. Cream butter and sugar: In a large bowl, using a hand or stand mixer, cream the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar together on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Add apple cider: Slowly mix in the 1/4 cup apple cider into the creamed butter and sugar until fully incorporated and smooth.
  5. Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Avoid overmixing to ensure tender cookies.
  6. Shape the cookies: Using a cookie scoop or spoon, form dough into balls approximately 1 to 1 1/2 inches in diameter. Place them evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheets to allow room for spreading.
  7. Sugar coating: Roll each cookie dough ball in the remaining 1 tablespoon of instant apple cider mix to give them an extra burst of flavor and a subtle sparkle.
  8. Bake: Bake cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers look set but still soft.
  9. Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This resting time helps them firm up and finish baking evenly.

Notes

  • For a stronger apple flavor, you can add a teaspoon of apple extract to the dough.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.
  • Ensure butter is softened but not melted for best creaming results.
  • You can substitute the instant apple cider mix with finely ground cinnamon and dried apple powder if unavailable.

Keywords: apple cider cookies, spiced cookies, fall cookies, apple pie spice, soft cookies, holiday cookies

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