Apple Cider Cookies
120kcal
Ingredients
For the Cookies
- 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 Use firm, crisp apples
For the Glaze
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1–2 tbsp apple cider Adjust for glaze thickness
Method
Preparation
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream the butter and sugars in a bowl until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg, vanilla extract, and apple cider; mix until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until combined.
- Fold in the diced apples gently with a spatula.
Baking
- Scoop the dough onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, until edges are set but centers stay soft.
- Let cookies cool on the sheet for a few minutes, then move to a wire rack.
Glazing
- Mix powdered sugar with 1–2 tbsp of apple cider to make a thin glaze.
- Drizzle the glaze over cooled cookies.
Notes
Serve warm or at room temperature. These cookies pair well with tea, coffee, or milk. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature or up to 1 week in the refrigerator. Freeze baked cookies for up to 3 months.