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Apple Cider Whoopie Pie Cookies

Delicious Apple Cider Whoopie Pie Cookies

Apple Cider Whoopie Pie Cookies celebrate autumn with spiced cookies and rich caramel filling.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: DESSERTS
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Substitute with gluten-free blend if desired.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda No substitutes.
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Can substitute with pumpkin pie spice for a different profile.
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg Omit if unavailable.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Essential for flavor enhancement.
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened) Can use margarine as an alternative.
  • 1 cup brown sugar Can substitute with white sugar but may affect texture.
  • 2 large eggs Flaxseed meal or applesauce can be used for egg alternative (1 tablespoon per egg).
  • 1 cup apple cider Can substitute with apple juice if needed.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Ensure it’s pure extract for best results.
For the Caramel Filling
  • 1 cup caramel filling Made with butter, brown sugar, heavy cream, and vanilla for a rich and sweet cream.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Cookie Scoop
  • baking sheet
  • saucepan

Method
 

Making the Cookies
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) for even baking.
    Apple Cider Whoopie Pie Cookies
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
    Apple Cider Whoopie Pie Cookies
  3. In another bowl, cream together softened butter and brown sugar until fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
    Apple Cider Whoopie Pie Cookies
  4. Mix in eggs, apple cider, and vanilla extract until smooth.
    Apple Cider Whoopie Pie Cookies
  5. Gradually fold in the dry ingredients until just combined.
    Apple Cider Whoopie Pie Cookies
  6. Using a scoop, drop rounded balls of dough onto a lined baking sheet.
    Apple Cider Whoopie Pie Cookies
  7. Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden and centers are soft.
    Apple Cider Whoopie Pie Cookies
  8. Prepare the caramel filling by melting butter, then adding brown sugar and heavy cream; boil for 3-5 minutes and stir in vanilla.
    Apple Cider Whoopie Pie Cookies
  9. Once cookies are cooled, spread caramel on one cookie and sandwich with another.
    Apple Cider Whoopie Pie Cookies

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store assembled whoopie pies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.

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