Apple Cider Cheesecake Cookies
A delightful blend of cheesecake and spiced apple cider cookies, perfect for fall gatherings and celebrations.
Ingredients
For the Apple Cider Reduction
- 2 cups apple cider Reduce until about 1/2 cup remains.
For the Cheesecake Filling
- 6 oz cream cheese, cold Ensure it's at room temperature for smooth blending.
- 3 tbsp granulated white sugar
- 1/2 tsp vanilla
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
- 2 tbsp apple cider reduction
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
Instructions
Prepare the Apple Cider Reduction
- In a saucepan, simmer apple cider over medium heat until reduced to about 1/2 cup. Set aside to cool.
Make the Cheesecake Filling
- In a mixing bowl, blend cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Chill until ready to use.
Prepare the Cookie Dough
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat softened butter and brown sugar until creamy. Add the egg yolks, vanilla, and apple cider reduction. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients.
Combine
- Scoop a tablespoon of cookie dough, flatten it, and place a dollop of cheesecake filling in the center. Cover with another tablespoon of dough. Form into a ball and place on a baking sheet.
Make the Spiced Sugar
- In a small bowl, mix sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice. Roll the filled cookies in the spiced sugar and brush with melted butter.
Bake
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake cookies for about 12-15 minutes or until golden.
Notes
For a beautiful presentation, arrange the cookies on a rustic wooden platter or a cake stand. Dust them with extra powdered sugar or drizzle with caramel for an added touch. Pair these cookies with a warm cup of cider or your favorite fall beverage for a cozy experience.