Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of fall with these Amazing Apple Cider Caramel Cookies: A 1 in 100 Fall Delight. Combining the rich, tangy notes of reduced apple cider with gooey caramel bits, these chewy cookies make for a perfect autumn treat. Whether you’re hosting a cozy gathering or simply craving something sweet, these cookies are sure to impress. With their soft texture and unique flavor profile, they are a refreshing change from traditional fall desserts. Easy to prepare and incredibly satisfying, you can enjoy them fresh from the oven or pack them up as thoughtful gifts. Get ready to fill your home with the warm aroma of baking cookies that encapsulate the essence of the season!
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 cup apple cider (reduced to ¼ cup)
- 1 cup caramel bits or chopped soft caramels
- Optional: 1/2 cup extra granulated sugar for rolling
Instructions
- Reduce apple cider in a saucepan over medium heat until only ¼ cup remains; let cool.
- In a mixing bowl, cream butter and sugar until fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
- Whisk flour, baking soda, and salt in another bowl.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet until just combined.
- Fold in cooled reduced cider and caramel bits.
- Chill dough for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto sheets; bake for 9-11 minutes until edges are golden.
- Cool on sheets before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 11 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Autumn Treats
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (35g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: For added flavor depth, experiment with brown sugar instead of granulated sugar. Consider adding chocolate chips or nuts for a personal touch. Ensure your apple cider is fully reduced for maximum flavor concentration.