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Apple Cider Cheesecake Cookies

Deliciously Chewy Apple Cider Cheesecake Cookies Recipe

These Apple Cider Cheesecake Cookies are a delightful fusion of chewy cookies and creamy cheesecake filling, perfect for fall.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 2 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 135
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 2 cups Apple Cider Must be reduced to a syrupy consistency
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Softened at room temperature
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar Adjust to taste
  • 3/4 cup Light Brown Sugar Caramel flavor; do not swap with dark brown sugar
  • 3 large Egg Yolks Use room temperature for better emulsification
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Fluff and level before measuring
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Essential in fall
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg Freshly grated is preferred
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Allspice Can be omitted or replaced with more cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Helps cookies rise
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Necessary for leavening
For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Ensure it's cold for easier mixing
For the Glaze
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Melted for brushing
  • 1/4 cup Spiced Sugar For coating after baking

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Hand Mixer
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Plastic wrap
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan, pour 2 cups of apple cider over medium heat. Simmer until reduced to 2 tablespoons, about 25-38 minutes.
  2. Combine cold cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract. Beat until fluffy, then freeze small dollops.
  3. Whisk together flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  4. Cream softened butter with both sugars until light and fluffy. Add egg yolks, vanilla, and cooled cider.
  5. Gradually mix in dry ingredients until just combined. Chill in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes.
  6. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Scoop dough, flatten, add cheesecake filling, and seal.
  7. Bake for 11-12 minutes until golden edges. Cool on a baking sheet.
  8. Brush cooled cookies with melted butter and sprinkle with spiced sugar.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 135kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 1.5gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 60mgPotassium: 30mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure to reduce apple cider properly for the best texture. Use cold cream cheese and chill the dough for ideal results.

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