LowSugar Apple Juice Cookies

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. 2

   In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Set this dry mixture aside.

3. 3

   In a separate large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sweetener until light and fluffy. You can use an electric mixer or beat by hand with a wooden spoon.

4. 4

   Add the unsweetened applesauce, apple juice, and vanilla extract to the creamed butter mixture. Mix until well combined.

5. 5

   Gradually add the dry mixture into the butter mixture. Stir until just combined. Avoid over mixing, as this can lead to tough cookies.

6. 6

   Fold in the finely chopped dried apples or apple chips, distributing them evenly throughout the cookie dough.

7. 7

   Scoop rounded tablespoons of the dough and place them onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing the cookies about 2 inches apart. You can use a cookie scoop or your hands for this.

8. 8

   Flatten each cookie slightly with the back of a spoon. This will ensure even baking and a nice shape.

9. 9

   Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until they turn slightly golden around the edges.

10. 10

    Once done, remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the cookies cool for a few minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

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    Enjoy these low-sugar apple juice cookies with a cup of tea or a glass of cold milk!