Apple Cider Whoopie Pie Cookies with Caramel
Indulge in the comforting flavors of fall with these delightful Apple Cider Whoopie Pie Cookies with Caramel. These soft, cake-like cookies are infused with sweet apple cider and warm spices, making them the perfect treat for cozy gatherings or a simple evening at home. Sandwiched between two fluffy cookies is a luscious caramel filling that will satisfy any sweet tooth. With just under an hour of preparation time, this recipe is a breeze to whip up and guarantees smiles all around. Whether you’re baking for family or friends, these whoopie pies are sure to become a cherished favorite!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 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
- 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.
- In another bowl, beat softened butter and brown sugar until fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time along with apple cider and vanilla; mix well.
- Gradually blend dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Drop rounded balls of dough onto a lined baking sheet.
- Bake for about 12-15 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft.
- For the caramel filling, melt butter in a saucepan, stir in brown sugar and cream; boil for about 3-5 minutes until thickened. Remove from heat and add vanilla.
- Once cookies cool, spread caramel filling between two cookie halves.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 whoopie pie (50g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg