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Apple Cider Oatmeal Cookies Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup apple cider
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup chopped dried apples

Special equipment needed:
- Mixing bowls
- Electric mixer
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper

Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, beat the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar with an electric mixer until creamy.
4. Add the egg, apple cider, and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and beat until well combined.
5. Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture and beat until just combined.
6. Stir in the chopped dried apples.
7. Drop spoonfuls of the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.
8. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly browned.
9. Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.


Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 12-15 minutes
5. Temperature:
350°F (175°C)
Serving size:
Makes about 24 cookies

Nutritional information:
Calories: 140
Fat: 6g
Carbohydrates: 21g
Protein: 2g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Instead of dried apples, you can use fresh apples that have been peeled and chopped.
- You can use whole wheat flour instead of all-purpose flour.
- You can use coconut sugar instead of granulated sugar.

Variations:
- Add 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans to the dough for extra crunch.
- Drizzle melted white chocolate over the cooled cookies for a sweeter treat.
- Use pumpkin pie spice instead of cinnamon for a fall twist.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure your butter is softened to room temperature before mixing.
- Don't overmix the dough, or the cookies will be tough.
- Let the cookies cool completely before storing them in an airtight container.

Storage instructions:
Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

Reheating instructions:
To reheat the cookies, place them in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 5 minutes, or until warm.

Presentation ideas:
Arrange the cookies on a platter and sprinkle with powdered sugar for a festive touch.

Garnishes:
Sprinkle the cookies with cinnamon sugar or drizzle with caramel sauce for added sweetness.

Pairings:
Serve the cookies with a hot cup of apple cider or a glass of milk.

Suggested side dishes:
These cookies are perfect on their own, but you can also serve them with a side of fresh fruit or a small salad.

Troubleshooting advice:
If the cookies are too dry, add a tablespoon of apple cider to the dough. If they are too wet, add a tablespoon of flour.

Food safety advice:
Make sure to wash your hands and all utensils before preparing the dough. Store the cookies in an airtight container to prevent contamination.

Food history:
Oatmeal cookies have been a popular treat for centuries, with variations appearing in cookbooks as far back as the 1800s.

Flavor profiles:
These cookies have a warm, cinnamon flavor with a hint of apple cider sweetness.

Serving suggestions:
Serve the cookies as a snack or dessert, or bring them to a fall-themed party or potluck.

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Taste: Sweet, Spicy, Nutty, Cinnamon, Apple, Cinnamon-Y, Apple-Y