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Apple Cider Gingersnap Cookies

Freshly Baked Apple Cider Gingersnap Cookies
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These Apple Cider Gingersnap Cookies perfectly blend the warm spices of gingersnaps with the comforting flavor of apple cider. Soft, chewy, and bursting with autumnal goodness, they’re the perfect treat for a cozy day.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup molasses
  • 1/4 cup apple cider, reduced to 2 tablespoons
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Granulated sugar, for rolling

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and salt.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the egg, molasses, reduced apple cider, and vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Cover the dough and chill for at least 2 hours.
  6. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  7. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls. Roll each ball in granulated sugar.
  8. Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheets, about 2 inches apart.
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
  10. Let cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For a more intense apple cider flavor, brush the baked cookies with a mixture of reduced apple cider and powdered sugar.

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