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Apple Cider Sugar Cookies

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These apple cider sugar cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with cozy fall flavor thanks to real reduced apple cider and a cinnamon-sugar coating. Perfect for parties, bake sales, or a sweet autumn treat at home.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup apple cider (reduced to 1/4 cup)
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
  • For Rolling:
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Pour 1 cup apple cider into a medium saucepan. Simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until reduced to about 1/4 cup (12-15 minutes). Set aside to cool.
  2. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
  3. In a large bowl, beat softened butter with 1 cup granulated sugar and 1/2 cup brown sugar until light and fluffy (2-3 minutes).
  4. Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract and cooled reduced apple cider. Mix until smooth (it may look slightly curdled).
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg (if using).
  6. Add dry ingredients to wet in two batches, mixing on low speed or by hand until just combined. Do not overmix.
  7. Optional: Chill dough for 30 minutes for thicker cookies.
  8. In a small bowl, mix 1/4 cup granulated sugar with 1 teaspoon cinnamon. Scoop dough into 1.5-tablespoon balls and roll each in cinnamon-sugar mixture.
  9. Place cookies 2 inches apart on prepared sheets. Bake 10-12 minutes, until edges are set and tops are crinkly. Centers will be soft.
  10. Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to finish cooling.

Notes

For best flavor, use fresh, unfiltered apple cider and don’t skip reducing it. Chilling the dough is optional but helps control spreading. For gluten-free, use a 1-to-1 baking blend. For dairy-free, use plant-based butter. Cookies can be frozen baked or as dough balls. Sprinkle extra cinnamon-sugar on top after baking for sparkle.

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Keywords: apple cider cookies, fall cookies, sugar cookies, apple dessert, autumn baking, party treats, cinnamon cookies

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