Nothing says fall quite like the combination of crisp apple cider, warm cinnamon, and rich caramel! These Caramel Apple Cider Cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with cozy autumn flavor in every bite!

Caramel Apple Cider Cookies with Caramel Bits!

We have been enjoying the most beautiful Fall weather! The colors are changing, the sun is shining, the breeze is cool – it’s been the very best baking weather!

I decided to step away from my computer and just bake away the day. I absolutely love baking with the windows open while the bright sun shines in and the breeze blows through! I am at the peak of happiness when perfect Fall weather meets Fall baking, especially when the house smells like these Caramel Apple Cider Cookies!

Why this Recipe Works

Apple Cider Mix Pockets Perfect Flavor – The concentrated apple flavor would be difficult to achieve with fresh apple juice alone. It also adds sweetness and warm spice.

Cinnamon Enhances Apple Flavor – And adds cozy Fall warmth.

Caramel Bits Melt Throughout the Cookies – Creating pockets of gooey caramel that compliments the sweet apple cider flavor.

Homemade caramel apple cider cookies with chewy centers and melted caramel throughout

Ingredients You’ll Need

1/2 cup Butter (Softened) – Adds richness, moisture, and a tender texture.

1/2 cup Sugar – Sweetens the cookies and helps create a soft, chewy crumb.

5 packets Apple Cider Mix – Provides concentrated apple flavor and sweet Fall spice notes.

1 Egg – Binds the ingredients together and adds structure.

1/2 tsp Vanilla – Enhances the overall flavor and compliments the apple and caramel.

1 1/2 cups Flour – Forms the base of the cookie dough and provides structure.

1/2 tsp Baking Soda – Helps the cookies rise and spread slightly.

1/4 tsp Baking Powder – Adds a little extra lift for a softer texture.

1/2 tsp Cinnamon – Brings warm, cozy spice flavor that pairs perfectly with apple cider.

1 cup Kraft Caramel Bits – Melt into pockets of sweet, buttery caramel throughout the cookies.

Freshly baked caramel apple cider cookies featuring warm cinnamon spice and sweet caramel pieces

How to Make Caramel Apple Cider Cookies

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.

In a large bowl, cream together 1/2 cup softened butter, 1/2 cup sugar, and 5 packets apple cider mix until well combined.

Add in 1 egg and 1/2 tsp vanilla and beat until well combined.

In a separate small bowl, whisk together 1 1/2 cups flour, 1/2 tsp baking soda, 1/4 tsp baking powder, and 1/2 tsp cinnamon.

Beat dry mixture into the wet ingredients until cookie dough forms.

Mix in 1 cup Kraft Caramel Bits.

Scoop 1 1/2 tbsp size cookie dough balls and place onto prepared baking sheet, leaving room between the cookies. Bake for 11 minutes.

Use Fresh Caramel Bits – Fresh caramel bits melt better and create gooey pockets of caramel in every bite. I recommend using Kraft brand.

Don’t Overbake – Remove the cookies when the edges are lightly golden brown and the centers still look slightly soft. They will continue to set as they cool.

Reshape Cookies with a Spatula After Baking – Gently push the edges of each cookie inward. Work your way around the cookie, nudging any uneven sides toward the center to create a round shape.