Can I skip the reduced apple cider?

No, the reduced apple cider is essential for giving the cookies their distinct apple flavor. Without it, the cookies will lose a lot of their signature taste.

What can I substitute for reduced apple cider if I don't have any on hand?

If you don't have apple cider, you can use applesauce or apple butter as a substitute. These alternatives will help provide the desired apple flavor.

Can I make the dough in advance and bake it later?

es, you can prepare the cookie dough in advance and refrigerate it for up to 24 hours before baking. Just be sure to cover it well to prevent it from drying out.

How do I ensure the cookies turn out soft and chewy?

To achieve soft and chewy cookies, make sure not to over-bake them. Follow the recommended baking time in the recipe, and remove the cookies from the oven when they are slightly undercooked as they continue to set while cooling.

Can I make these cookies without the coating?

Yes, you can omit the coating if you prefer plain Vegan Apple Cider Cookies. However, the coating adds a delightful flavor and texture, so it's recommended for the full experience.

Vegan Apple Cider Cookies

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If you like apple cider donuts you will love these apple cider cookies! Soft, spicy cookies brushed with apple cider caramel and tossed in cinnamon-sugar.

Author: Lyndsey Hiltner
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Bake Time: 12 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Yield: 24 2-inch Cookies 1x
Category: Cookies
Method: Bake
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegan

Ingredients

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3 cups apple cider*

For the Cookies

1 cup vegan butter

3/4 cup granulated sugar

3/4 cup light brown sugar

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/4 cup reduced apple cider

1 tablespoon cornstarch

1 teaspoon baking soda

3/4 teaspoon salt

1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

1/4 teaspoon ground ginger

1/4 teaspoon ground allspice

pinch of ground cloves

2 1/4 cups all purpose flour

For the Coating

1/4 cup reduced apple cider

3 tablespoons vegan butter, melted

1/2 cup granulated sugar

1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

pinch of ground allspice

pinch of ground cloves

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Instructions

Reduce Apple Cider: Pour apple cider into a small saucepan and heat on the stove over medium. Bring to a boil and simmer for 30-45 minutes or until cider has reduced to 1/2 cup. The consistency will be that of maple syrup. Allow to cool completely before moving on to step 2. This will make the apple cider flavor much more concentrated. This step is NOT optional.
Cookie Dough: In a large bowl, cream together the vegan butter, granulated sugar and brown sugar using an electric hand mixer or stand mixer until light and fluffy. This should take about 1 minute. Add vanilla extract, 1/4 cup reduced apple cider, cornstarch, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, allspice and cloves. Beat again until ingredients are well-distributed. Add flour to the bowl and mix until just-combined. Cover bowl and chill for at least one hour. Overnight works best.
Bake: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Scoop 2 tablespoon balls of cookie dough onto prepared baking sheet leaving 2 inches between each. Bake on center rack of preheated oven for 12 minutes. Allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Prepare the Coating: In a small cup combine the remaining 1/4 cup of reduced apple cider and melted vegan butter. On a plate or in a flat-style bowl, combine the sugar and the spices.
Assemble: Brush cooled cookies (one at a time) lightly and evenly with the apple cider-vegan butter mixture. Immediately place cookies into the sugar and spice mixture and toss around until evenly coated. Continue until all cookies are covered.

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Notes

*Cookies will keep in an airtight container at room temperature for 2-3 days.

*Reducing the apple cider is super important! While it takes a while to reduce from 3 cups to 1/2 cup, it is a necessary step if you want the flavor to be noticeable in the cookies.

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