Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.

In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.

In another bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg and vanilla extract, mixing well.

Gradually mix in dry ingredients, alternating with apple cider, until a soft dough forms. Add green gel food coloring until bright green.

Scoop dough, roll into balls, and coat generously in powdered sugar. Place on baking sheets.

Bake 12–15 minutes until tops are cracked and edges are set. Cool completely on wire racks.

Beat softened butter with powdered sugar and vanilla. Add cream to reach a drizzle consistency, if using.

Drizzle lightly over cookies or add one red heart sprinkle to each cookie for the classic Grinch look.