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Apple Cider Cookies with Cinnamon Sugar and Apple Cider Glaze Recipe

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These Apple Cider Cookies are a delightful autumn treat featuring browned butter and reduced apple cider for a deep, rich flavor. Soft and chewy, they’re coated with a buttery cinnamon sugar and finished with a sweet apple cider glaze, making them perfect for seasonal celebrations or cozy afternoons.

Ingredients

Browned Butter & Cider Reduction

  • 1 cup plus 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (browned)
  • 1 cup apple cider (reduced to 1/4 cup)

Cookie Dough

  • 1/4 cup reduced apple cider (from above)
  • 1 1/4 cups packed brown sugar (light or dark)
  • 1/4 cup white granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste
  • 1 large egg (room temperature)
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened apple sauce
  • 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons brown butter (reserved from browned butter)
  • 1 tablespoon regular apple cider (not reduced)

Cinnamon Sugar Coating

  • 1/2 cup white granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

Apple Cider Glaze

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons regular apple cider (not reduced)

Instructions

  1. Brown the Butter: In a medium frying pan over medium heat, melt the butter. Continue heating until the milk solids separate and turn an amber color. Pour the browned butter into a separate container and cool completely. Reserve 2 tablespoons of this butter in a separate bowl for later use.
  2. Reduce the Apple Cider: In a small saucepan over medium heat, heat 1 cup of apple cider and cook for 15 minutes until it reduces down to approximately 1/4 cup. Set aside to cool.
  3. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon. Set aside.
  4. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the browned butter, reduced apple cider, brown sugar, white sugar, vanilla bean paste, egg, and unsweetened apple sauce until smooth.
  5. Make the Dough: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients. Use a rubber spatula to mix until just combined, ensuring not to overmix. Add the reserved 2 tablespoons of brown butter and 1 tablespoon regular apple cider, folding gently into the dough.
  6. Preheat the Oven: Set the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C) and line two cookie sheets with parchment paper. Let the dough rest while the oven preheats.
  7. Scoop the Cookies: Using a large cookie scoop, portion the dough into balls and place 6 evenly spaced dough balls on each prepared cookie sheet.
  8. Bake the Cookies: Bake one tray at a time for 13 to 15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Remove from oven and transfer cookies to a cooling rack to cool completely.
  9. Prepare Cinnamon Sugar Coating: In a small bowl, mix together the white granulated sugar and ground cinnamon.
  10. Prepare Butter and Cider Mixture for Brushing: In another small bowl, combine the reserved brown butter and 1 tablespoon of regular apple cider. If the mixture is solid, warm it in the microwave for about 10 seconds until it softens.
  11. Brush and Coat Cookies: Using a pastry brush, generously brush the butter and cider mixture onto each cooled cookie. Immediately dunk each cookie individually into the cinnamon sugar mixture, coating them thoroughly.
  12. Make the Apple Cider Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and 2 1/2 tablespoons regular apple cider until the glaze is fluid and pourable.
  13. Drizzle the Glaze: Using a spoon or fork, drizzle the glaze evenly over the cinnamon sugar-coated cookies. Allow the glaze to set before serving.

Notes

  • Ensure the brown butter is completely cooled before mixing to avoid cooking the egg.
  • The reduced apple cider intensifies the apple flavor while preventing excess liquid in the dough.
  • Use room temperature egg for even mixing and better texture.
  • Cool cookies completely before brushing and coating to prevent melting or sogginess.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.
  • For a stronger apple color and flavor, consider adding a teaspoon of apple pie spice to the dry ingredients.

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