Apple Cider Whoopie Pie Cookies with Caramel
Indulge in the delightful flavors of fall with these Apple Cider Whoopie Pie Cookies with Caramel. Soft, spiced cookies are sandwiched around a luscious caramel filling, making for a perfect treat to share during cozy gatherings or to enjoy solo. The warm notes of cinnamon and nutmeg combined with rich apple cider create an irresistible flavor that captures the essence of autumn. Best of all, these whoopie pies are simple to make, ensuring that even beginner bakers can whip up a batch in no time. Whether you’re preparing for a festive occasion or just craving something sweet, these cookies will surely satisfy!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: About 12 whoopie pies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup apple cider
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- For the caramel filling: ½ cup unsalted butter, 1 cup brown sugar, ¼ cup heavy cream, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt in a bowl.
- In another bowl, cream the softened butter and brown sugar until fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing in apple cider and vanilla until well combined.
- Gradually fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Drop rounded balls of dough onto a lined baking sheet with space in between.
- Bake for about 12-15 minutes or until edges are golden brown.
- For the caramel filling: Melt butter and brown sugar in a saucepan over medium heat; stir in heavy cream and boil for about 3-5 minutes before adding vanilla.
- Allow cookies to cool slightly before spreading caramel on one cookie and sandwiching with another.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg