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Lengua de Gato with Dried Fruit and Nuts Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1/2 cup white sugar
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup dried fruit (raisins, cranberries, cherries, etc.)
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (almonds, walnuts, etc.)

Special Equipment Needed:
- Mixing bowl
- Electric mixer
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper

Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugars until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add the vanilla extract.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
6. Fold in the dried fruit and nuts.
7. Drop the dough by spoonfuls onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown.
9. Allow to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Time:
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 10-12 minutes
Temperature: 350°F
Serving Size: Makes approximately 24 cookies

Nutritional Information (per cookie):
Calories: 150
Fat: 8g
Carbohydrates: 18g
Protein: 2g

Substitutions for Ingredients:
- For the butter, you can use a vegan butter substitute or coconut oil.
- For the white and brown sugars, you can use coconut sugar or maple syrup.
- For the dried fruit, you can use any combination of dried fruits that you like.
- For the nuts, you can use any combination of nuts that you like.

Variations:
- For a chocolate version, add 1/2 cup of cocoa powder to the dry ingredients.
- For a spiced version, add 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon of ground nutmeg, and 1/4 teaspoon of ground cloves to the dry ingredients.

Tips and Tricks:
- Make sure the butter is softened before creaming it with the sugars.
- If the dough is too sticky, you can add a bit more flour until it reaches the desired consistency.
- You can freeze the cookie dough for up to 3 months.

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

Reheating Instructions:
- Place the cookies on a baking sheet and warm in a preheated 350°F oven for 5 minutes.

Presentation Ideas:
- Serve the cookies with a glass of cold milk.
- Place the cookies on a platter and garnish with fresh fruit.

Garnishes:
- Fresh fruit
- Chocolate chips
- Sprinkles

Pairings:
- Coffee
- Tea
- Hot chocolate

Suggested Side Dishes:
- Ice cream
- Fruit salad
- Yogurt

Troubleshooting Advice:
- If the cookies spread too much during baking, try reducing the amount of butter in the recipe.
- If the cookies are too dry, try adding a bit more butter or a few tablespoons of milk.

Food Safety Advice:
- Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- Do not leave the cookies out at room temperature for more than 2 hours.

Food History:
Lengua de Gato is a traditional cookie from the Philippines that is made with butter, sugar, and flour. It is usually served with a cup of hot tea or coffee.

Flavor Profiles:
This cookie has a sweet and buttery flavor with hints of vanilla and a crunchy texture from the nuts and dried fruit.

Serving Suggestions:
- Serve the cookies with a cup of hot tea or coffee.
- Serve the cookies as part of a dessert platter with other sweet treats.

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Region: Philippine

Taste: Sweet, Nutty, Tangy, Crunchy