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Apple Cider Cheesecake Cookies

Apple Cider Cheesecake Cookies

Apple Cider Cheesecake Cookies are a delightful treat that perfectly captures the essence of fall. Combining the warm, comforting flavors of apple cider with a rich and creamy cheesecake filling, these cookies are sure to impress at any gathering. Each cookie features a chewy exterior brushed with melted butter and sprinkled with spiced sugar, making them not only delicious but also visually appealing. Ideal for cozy nights in or festive occasions, these cookies bring joy with every bite. Easy to make and customizable to your taste, they are destined to become a favorite in your dessert repertoire.

  • Total Time: 31 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups apple cider
  • 3 tbsp granulated white sugar
  • 1¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2½ tsp ground cinnamon
  • ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 6 oz cream cheese
  • 2 egg yolks
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp ground allspice
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 tsp vanilla
  • 2 tbsp apple cider reduction
  • 1/4 cup granulated white sugar (for topping)
  • 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon (for topping)
  • 1/8 tsp ground nutmeg (for topping)
  • pinch ground allspice (for topping)
  • 1–2 tbsp salted butter, melted (for brushing cookies)

Instructions

  1. Prepare an apple cider reduction by simmering the cider in a saucepan until it thickens to about ½ cup.
  2. Mix cream cheese with sugar and vanilla until smooth for the filling; refrigerate.
  3. Combine flour, spices, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in one bowl.
  4. Cream butter and sugars in another bowl; add egg yolks gradually.
  5. Mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture along with the apple cider reduction.
  6. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  7. Form cookie dough around a small amount of cheesecake filling; place on the sheet.
  8. Brush cookies with melted butter and sprinkle with spiced sugar before baking for about 11 minutes.
  • Author: Stephanie
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 11 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie (34g)
  • Calories: 152
  • Sugar: 9g
  • Sodium: 95mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg

Keywords: Chill dough for thicker cookies. Use cold cream cheese for smoother filling. Experiment with spices like ginger or cardamom for added warmth.