Apple Cider Cheesecake Cookies

Why Make This Recipe

If you’re looking for a fun twist on traditional cookies, you’ve hit the sweet spot with these Apple Cider Cheesecake Cookies! 🍏✨ Think of everything you love about apple cider — that cozy, fall-like vibe — combined with the creamy decadence of cheesecake, all wrapped up in a cookie. Sounds epic, right?

These cookies are perfect for those chilly evenings when you want something warm and comforting. Plus, they’re a stellar way to impress family and friends at get-togethers. Who can say no to a cookie that captures the essence of autumn? Not me!

How to Make Apple Cider Cheesecake Cookies

Alright, gather around because this is a simple process that will leave your kitchen smelling heavenly. Here’s the breakdown:

1. Start with the Apple Cider Reduction: This is the magic sauce that packs in all that apple flavor.
2. Prep the Cheesecake Filling: Get that creamy goodness ready to go.
3. Whip up the Apple Cider Cookies: Combine your dry and wet ingredients for the perfect cookie dough.
4. Make the Spiced Sugar: This is what you’ll sprinkle on top to give your cookies that extra oomph.

Ready to dive in? Let’s break it down even further!

Ingredients

• 2 cups (480 ml) apple cider
• 6 oz (170 g) cream cheese, cold
• 3 tbsp (38 g) granulated white sugar
• 1/2 tsp vanilla
• 1 3/4 cups (218 g) all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
• 2 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp ground allspice
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 3/4 cup (168 g) unsalted butter, softened
• 3/4 cup (165 g) light brown sugar, packed
• 1/4 cup (50 g) granulated white sugar
• 2 egg yolks, at room temperature
• 2 tsp vanilla
• 2 tbsp (30 ml) apple cider reduction
• 1/4 cup (50 g) granulated white sugar
• 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/8 tsp ground nutmeg
• Pinch ground allspice
• 1-2 tbsp (14-28 g) salted butter, melted

Directions

For the Apple Cider Reduction

1. Simmer the apple cider over medium heat until it reduces to about 1/2 cup. Keep an eye on it — nobody likes burnt cider!

For the Cheesecake Filling

1. Beat together the cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Mix in the vanilla and 2 tablespoons of the apple cider reduction. Set aside.

For the Apple Cider Cookies

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, spices, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, beat the softened butter and brown sugar until fluffy. Add in your room-temperature egg yolks, vanilla, and the remaining apple cider reduction.
4. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients.

For The Spiced Sugar

1. Combine the sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice in a small bowl. This is the secret weapon for extra flavor!

How to Serve Apple Cider Cheesecake Cookies

These cookies shine best when served warm, straight out of the oven. Add a dollop of the cheesecake filling on top for a fancy touch, or indulge guilt-free with a cup of hot apple cider! 🎃☕

How to Store Apple Cider Cheesecake Cookies

Store your cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. If you wanna keep them longer, try freezing them (just make sure they’re cooled first). Let’s be honest, they probably won’t last that long anyway!

Tips to Make Apple Cider Cheesecake Cookies

1. Be patient with the cider reduction: It’s worth it!
2. Chill the dough: If you have time, refrigerating the dough for about 30 minutes helps the cookies hold their shape.
3. Don’t skip the spiced sugar: It turns a good cookie into a great cookie. Trust me! 😉

Variation

If you’re feeling adventurous, try adding in some chopped pecans or even a drizzle of caramel sauce over the top before serving. The more, the merrier, right?

FAQs

Q: Can I use store-bought apple cider?
A: Absolutely! Just make sure it’s a good quality cider for maximum flavor. 🍎

Q: Can I make these ahead of time?
A: Yep! Prepare the dough in advance and store it in the fridge. Bake them fresh when you’re ready to munch!

Q: What if I can’t find cream cheese?
A: You can try using mascarpone cheese instead. It’ll still give that creamy vibe, just a bit different!

Now that you’re armed with all this knowledge, it’s time to roll up your sleeves and bake some Apple Cider Cheesecake Cookies! Happy baking! 🍪

Apple Cider Cheesecake Cookies

Delicious cookies combining the cozy essence of apple cider with creamy cheesecake, perfect for autumn gatherings.

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Prep Time 30 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 45 minutes mins

Servings: 24 cookies

Course: Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: American, Baked

Calories: 150

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

For the Apple Cider Reduction

• 2 cups apple cider Simmer until reduced to 1/2 cup.

For the Cheesecake Filling

• 6 oz cream cheese, cold
• 3 tbsp granulated white sugar
• 1/2 tsp vanilla
• 2 tbsp apple cider reduction Use from the reduced cider.

For the Apple Cider Cookies

• 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
• 2 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp ground allspice
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 3/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
• 1/4 cup granulated white sugar
• 2 egg yolks at room temperature
• 2 tsp vanilla

For the Spiced Sugar

• 1/4 cup granulated white sugar
• 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/8 tsp ground nutmeg
• Pinch ground allspice
• 1-2 tbsp salted butter, melted For brushing on cookies before adding spiced sugar.

Method

 

For the Apple Cider Reduction

1. Simmer the apple cider over medium heat until it reduces to about 1/2 cup.

For the Cheesecake Filling

1. Beat together the cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
2. Mix in the vanilla and 2 tablespoons of the apple cider reduction. Set aside.

For the Apple Cider Cookies

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, spices, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, beat the softened butter and brown sugar until fluffy.
4. Add in your room-temperature egg yolks, vanilla, and the remaining apple cider reduction.
5. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients.

For The Spiced Sugar

1. Combine the sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice in a small bowl.

Serving

1. Serve warm, straight out of the oven, with a dollop of the cheesecake filling on top or with a cup of hot apple cider.

Notes

Chill the dough for about 30 minutes to help the cookies hold their shape. Don't skip the spiced sugar for extra flavor!