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Apple Cider Cheesecake Cookies

Apple Cider Cheesecake Cookies

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of Apple Cider Cheesecake Cookies, a perfect autumn treat that combines a chewy cookie with a creamy cheesecake center. These cookies bring together the comforting taste of spiced apple cider and the richness of cream cheese, making them ideal for cozy gatherings or festive celebrations. With just the right amount of sweetness and warmth, they are sure to impress family and friends alike.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups apple cider
  • 3 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 ½ 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
  • 6 oz cream cheese, cold
  • 2 egg yolks, at room temperature
  • 2 tsp vanilla
  • 2 tbsp apple cider reduction
  • 1/4 cup granulated white sugar for topping
  • 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon for topping
  • 1/8 tsp ground nutmeg for topping
  • pinch ground allspice for topping
  • 12 tbsp salted butter, melted for topping

Instructions

  1. Simmer apple cider in a saucepan until reduced to about 1 cup, then cool.
  2. For the cheesecake filling, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add vanilla and cooled apple cider reduction. Chill.
  3. In another bowl, cream softened butter with light brown sugar. Mix in egg yolks and remaining vanilla.
  4. Gradually add flour, spices, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until combined.
  5. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Scoop dough onto parchment-lined baking sheets, create indentations for filling, and cover with more dough.
  6. Bake for about 11 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.

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