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Apple Cider Whoopie Pie Cookies

Apple Cider Whoopie Pie Cookies with Caramel Bliss

Enjoy the sweet and spiced flavors of Apple Cider Whoopie Pie Cookies, a perfect autumn dessert.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Gluten-free flour can be used.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Ensure it's fresh.
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Substitute with pumpkin spice if desired.
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg Can use allspice if preferred.
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt Enhances flavor.
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter Softened.
  • 1 cup brown sugar Light or dark varieties work.
  • 2 large eggs Or 1/4 cup applesauce for egg-free.
  • 1 cup apple cider Apple juice can be a substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Opt for pure extract.
For the Caramel Filling
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter Forms the base.
  • 1 cup brown sugar Provides sweetness.
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream Half-and-half works for lighter option.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Essential for flavor.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment.
  2. Whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt in a bowl.
  3. Beat the softened butter and brown sugar with an electric mixer until fluffy.
  4. Mix in the eggs, apple cider, and vanilla until well blended.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
  6. Use a cookie scoop to place rounded dough balls on the baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
  7. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until edges are golden and centers are soft.
  8. For the caramel, melt butter in a saucepan, stir in brown sugar and cream, boil for 3 to 5 minutes.
  9. Cool the cookies completely, then spread caramel on one cookie and sandwich with another.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 1gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 75mgPotassium: 30mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Allow cookies to cool completely before adding caramel to prevent melting. Can chill dough if too soft before baking.

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