Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Apple Cider Cheesecake Cookies, a perfect treat for fall. These chewy cookies are filled with a luscious cheesecake center and topped with a spiced sugar blend, creating a warm and comforting dessert that everyone will love. Whether you’re hosting a cozy gathering or enjoying a quiet afternoon at home, these cookies capture the essence of autumn in every bite. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you’ll have a batch ready in no time to share with friends and family.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups apple cider
- 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
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 6 oz cream cheese, cold
- 3 tbsp granulated white sugar
- 1/2 tsp vanilla
- 1/4 cup granulated white sugar
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/8 tsp ground nutmeg
- pinch ground allspice
Instructions
- Prepare the apple cider reduction by boiling 2 cups of apple cider until it thickens to about 1 cup. Set aside to cool.
- Beat together cold cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth for the cheesecake filling; refrigerate.
- In a large bowl, cream softened butter with light brown and granulated sugars until fluffy. Add egg yolks one by one, followed by the apple cider reduction and vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk flour with baking powder, baking soda, salt, and spices. Gradually incorporate into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Scoop dough onto lined baking sheets, indent each ball, and fill with cheesecake mixture.
- Bake for 11 minutes or until edges are golden. Brush with melted butter and sprinkle with spiced sugar while warm.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 11 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg