Apple Cider Whoopie Pie Cookies with Caramel
Apple Cider Whoopie Pie Cookies with Caramel are the perfect fall treat that combines warm spices and a sweet caramel filling, creating a delightful dessert that everyone will love. Soft, cake-like cookies made with apple cider provide a cozy flavor profile that’s ideal for family gatherings or quiet evenings at home. Easy to make and even easier to enjoy, these whoopie pies are sure to become a favorite in your household. Plus, they can be prepared ahead of time, making them a convenient choice for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 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
- ½ cup unsalted butter for caramel filling
- 1 cup brown sugar for caramel filling
- ¼ cup heavy cream for caramel filling
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract for caramel filling
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Beat softened butter and brown sugar together until fluffy.
- Mix in eggs, apple cider, and vanilla until combined.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Drop rounded balls of dough onto a lined baking sheet.
- Bake for about 12-15 minutes or until edges are golden brown.
- For the caramel filling, melt butter in a saucepan; stir in brown sugar and cream until boiling. Add vanilla and mix well.
- Spread caramel on one cookie and sandwich with another.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 whoopie pie (70g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg