Description
Soft Batch Apple Cider Gingersnap Cookies are the ultimate autumn treat, combining the rich flavors of apple cider and warm spices into a soft, chewy delight. These cookies are perfect for cozy evenings or festive gatherings, offering a delicious blend of sweetness and spice that embodies the essence of fall.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup softened butter
- 1–1/2 cups sugar (divided)
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/4 cup apple cider
- 1/4 cup molasses
- 1 egg
- 2–1/3 cups gluten-free baking flour blend
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 1–1/2 teaspoons ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Cream together butter and 1 cup sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in applesauce, apple cider, molasses, egg, and vanilla until combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together gluten-free flour, baking soda, spices, and salt.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet ingredients until just mixed.
- Chill the dough for at least two hours.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Roll tablespoon-sized portions of dough in remaining sugar and place on baking sheets.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes until slightly underbaked; let cool before transferring.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: For added texture, consider mixing in chopped nuts or dried fruits. Adjust the spice levels according to your preference for a more pronounced flavor.