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Apple Cider Cheesecake Cookies with Spiced Sugar

Apple Cider Cheesecake Cookies with Spiced Sugar
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Soft and flavorful Apple Cider Cheesecake Cookies with Spiced Sugar combine the warm essence of apple cider and autumn spices with creamy cheesecake, resulting in tender, chewy cookies dusted with a warm cinnamon-nutmeg sugar coating—perfectly suited for cozy fall days and year-round comfort.

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup apple cider

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free)
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder

Spiced Sugar Coating

  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Spiced Sugar: In a small bowl, combine 1/2 cup granulated sugar with 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon and 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg. Set aside this aromatic mixture to coat the cookies later and add irresistible flavor and sweetness.
  2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and cream cheese together until smooth and creamy. Add 1/2 cup brown sugar and 1/4 cup granulated sugar, mixing well. Then add 2 eggs, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1/4 cup apple cider. Continue beating until fully combined and slightly fluffy.
  3. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour and 1 teaspoon baking powder. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently just until a soft dough forms.
  4. Shape and Coat Cookies: Roll the dough into evenly sized balls. Gently roll each ball in the prepared spiced sugar, ensuring every nook and cranny is covered with the flavorful coating.
  5. Bake to Perfection: Place the coated cookie balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes, until edges are set but centers remain soft. Allow cookies to cool slightly on the sheet before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

  • Use room temperature ingredients for smooth dough and even mixing.
  • Measure flour correctly by spooning into the measuring cup to avoid dense cookies.
  • Remove cookies when edges are set but centers still look slightly underbaked for maximum softness.
  • For thicker cookies, chill the dough in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before baking.
  • Adjust the amount of cinnamon and nutmeg in the spiced sugar to customize the spice level.

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Keywords: apple cider cookies, cheesecake cookies, spiced sugar cookies, fall cookies, soft cookies, autumn dessert, cinnamon sugar cookies

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