Amazing Apple Cider Caramel Cookies
Indulge in the delightful flavors of fall with these Amazing Apple Cider Caramel Cookies: A 1 in 100 Fall Delight. Infused with the tangy essence of reduced apple cider and rich caramel bits, these chewy cookies offer a unique taste that perfectly captures autumn’s spirit. Ideal for cozy gatherings or family treats, they promise to elevate your dessert game beyond traditional pumpkin flavors. Easy to make and irresistibly delicious, these cookies are sure to become a favorite in your seasonal baking repertoire.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 11 minutes
- Total Time: 31 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup apple cider, reduced to ¼ cup
- 1 cup caramel bits or chopped soft caramels
Instructions
- Reduce apple cider in a small saucepan over medium heat until it reaches ¼ cup (about 15-20 minutes). Cool completely.
- Cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt; gradually mix into wet ingredients.
- Stir in cooled reduced cider and caramel bits until evenly blended.
- Chill dough for at least 30 minutes before baking.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto prepared sheets, spacing them two inches apart.
- Bake for 9-11 minutes or until edges are golden brown; cool on wire racks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg