Apple Hermits

Recipe View Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line cookie sheets with parchment paper for easy cleanup and to prevent sticking. (5 minutes)

Recipe View In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, and salt. This ensures even distribution of the spices. (5 minutes)

Recipe View In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter until light and fluffy using an electric mixer. Gradually add the packed brown sugar and continue creaming until well combined and the mixture is light and airy. Beat in the egg until fully incorporated. (7 minutes)

Recipe View Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix. (3 minutes)

Recipe View Fold in the chopped walnuts, apples, and raisins until evenly distributed throughout the dough. (3 minutes)

Recipe View Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls onto the prepared cookie sheets, leaving about 1 1/2 inches between each cookie. (5 minutes)

Recipe View Bake for 12-14 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are set. (14 minutes)

Recipe View Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely. (10 minutes)

Recipe View In a small bowl, whisk together the confectioners' sugar and milk until smooth and you reach a thin, drizzle-able consistency. Add more milk, a teaspoon at a time, if needed. (2 minutes)

Recipe View Once the cookies are completely cool, drizzle the glaze over the top. Allow the glaze to set before serving. (5 minutes)