Ingredients
– 3 cups (approximately 375 g) all-purpose flour forms the base for a sturdy cookie
– 1 tsp (5 g) baking soda helps the cookies rise and stay fluffy
– ½ tsp (2 g) baking powder adds a bit more lift for that perfect texture
– 1 tsp (2 g) ground cinnamon brings in that warm spice to complement the apple flavor
– 1 cup (225 g) butter, softened provides moisture and richness
– 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar gives the sweetness and a nice crunch
– ½ tsp (2 g) salt balances the flavors and enhances the taste
– 10 packets (approximately 7.4 oz or 210 g) spiced apple-cider drink mix (dry) infuses the dough with that signature apple spice
– 2 large eggs helps bind everything together for a cohesive dough
– 1 tsp (5 ml) vanilla extract adds a subtle depth and aroma
– 14 oz (approximately 400 g) chewy caramels, unwrapped creates the gooey center that makes these cookies special
Instructions
1-Preheat your oven: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lining your cookie sheets with parchment paper to avoid any sticking issues.
2-Prepare the dry mix: In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and cinnamon; set this aside for later. This dry mix is what gives the cookies their structure.
3-Cream the wet ingredients: Use an electric mixer to cream the softened butter, sugar, salt, and spiced apple-cider mix until it’s light and fluffy this step really builds the base flavor.
4-Beat and stir in: Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract to keep everything well blended.
5-Combine dry and wet mixtures: Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until incorporated to avoid tough cookies.
6-Shape and fill the dough: Scoop the dough into walnut-sized balls, flatten them slightly, and press a piece of caramel into the center, making sure to seal it completely with more dough before reshaping into a ball.
7-Bake the cookies: Place the dough balls on your prepared sheets, spacing them about 3 inches apart to allow for spreading. Bake them for 9-12 minutes until the edges turn lightly browned.
8-Cool the cookies: Once done, remove the parchment sheet and let the cookies cool on it before moving them to a wire rack. This simple guide ensures your caramel apple cider cookies turn out soft and flavorful every time.
Last Step:
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📌 Use parchment paper to prevent caramel from sticking and simplify cleanup.
🧁 Ensure the caramel is fully sealed; an extra dab of dough underneath helps keep it inside.
❄️ If the dough feels too soft, chill it for 15–20 minutes before shaping for easier handling.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (≈30 g)
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 100 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg