Apple Cider Whoopie Pie Cookies with Caramel
Apple Cider Whoopie Pie Cookies with Caramel are the perfect fall treat, combining soft, spiced cookies with a luscious caramel filling. Each bite offers a delightful blend of sweet apple cider, cinnamon, and nutmeg, reminiscent of cozy autumn days. Ideal for gatherings or a special indulgence, these whoopie pies promise to enchant your taste buds and fill your kitchen with inviting aromas.
- 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 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup apple cider
- 1 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg and mix well before stirring in the apple cider.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined; do not overmix.
- Drop heaping spoonfuls of dough onto prepared baking sheets about two inches apart. Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden around the edges.
- Let cookies cool completely before pairing them up and spreading caramel filling between two cookies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (40g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg