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Bring the apple cider, cinnamon stick and allspice to a simmer in a small pot over medium-high heat.
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Cook until reduced to 1/4 cup, about 12 minutes; set aside to cool.
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Remove the cinnamon stick and allspice berries.
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Whisk the flour, ground cinnamon, baking powder and baking soda in a medium bowl.
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Beat the butter and brown sugar in a large bowl with a mixer on medium-high speed until light and fluffy, 3 to 5 minutes.
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Add the egg and half of the cider mixture and beat until combined.
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Reduce the mixer speed to low; add the flour mixture and beat until just incorporated.
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Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until firm, about 1 hour.
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Position racks in the upper and lower thirds of the oven and preheat to 350 degrees F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
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Form the dough into 3/4-inch balls and arrange 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
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Bake, switching the pans halfway through, until golden brown, 9 to 11 minutes.
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Let cool 5 minutes on the baking sheets, then transfer to racks to cool completely.
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Make the glaze: Whisk the confectioners' sugar and the remaining cider mixture in a small bowl until smooth.
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Spread the glaze on the cookies and top with the coarse sugar.
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Let set 30 minutes.
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Photograph by Andrew Purcell
