Apple Cider Cheesecake Cookies Recipe
- Cook Time: 42 minutes
- Total Time: 42 minutes
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup apple cider (reduced to 1/4 cup)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened (for filling)
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for filling)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (for filling)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar and 1 teaspoon cinnamon (for rolling)
Instructions
- In a small saucepan over medium-high heat, bring the apple cider to a boil. Simmer for about 10 to 15 minutes until it has reduced to approximately 1/4 cup of concentrated liquid. Set aside to cool completely before using in the dough.
- In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla until smooth. Use a small spoon to drop 24 small dollops onto a tray lined with parchment paper. Place the tray in the freezer for at least 20 minutes to firm up.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and the cooled apple cider reduction. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Scoop about 1.5 tablespoons of cookie dough and flatten it in your hand. Place a frozen cheesecake dollop in the center and wrap the dough around it, pinching to seal any gaps. Roll the ball in the cinnamon-sugar mixture until evenly coated.
- Place the cookie balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spaced 2 inches apart. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the tops are slightly cracked. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before moving them to a wire rack to cool completely.