Apple Cider Snickerdoodle Cookies Recipe
These delightful cookies combine the warm flavors of apple cider and spices, creating a cozy treat perfect for any occasion.
Servings 24
Calories 120kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup packed brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup fresh apple cider
- 2¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons cream of tartar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
- ¼ cup granulated sugar for rolling
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon for rolling
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg, vanilla extract, and fresh apple cider, mixing until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.
- Gradually combine the dry mixture with the wet mixture, stirring gently.
- Mix the ¼ cup sugar and 1 tablespoon cinnamon in a small bowl for rolling.
- Form the dough into 1.5-inch balls and roll each in the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
- Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are light golden brown.
- Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
For best results, use homemade apple cider.