Apple Cider Whoopie Pie Cookies with Caramel
Indulge in the deliciousness of Apple Cider Whoopie Pie Cookies with Caramel—a perfect blend of fall flavors that will warm your heart! These delightful treats combine soft, spiced cookies made with apple cider and are generously filled with a creamy caramel filling. Each bite offers a comforting taste reminiscent of cozy autumn days. Ideal for family gatherings, afternoon snacks, or festive occasions, these whoopie pies are easy to make and sure to please everyone. With just a few simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you’ll be able to create these irresistible desserts in no time!
- 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
- For the Caramel Filling: ½ cup unsalted butter, 1 cup brown sugar, ¼ cup heavy cream, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat the softened butter and brown sugar until fluffy.
- Mix in the eggs one at a time along with the apple cider and vanilla until combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Scoop rounded balls of dough onto a lined baking sheet, leaving space between each.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden.
- For the caramel filling: Melt the butter in a saucepan; stir in brown sugar and cream; bring to a boil for about 3-5 minutes until thickened; remove from heat and add vanilla.
- Spread a generous amount of caramel on one cookie half and sandwich with another cookie.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg