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Apple Cider Whoopie Pie Cookies with Caramel

Irresistibly Soft Apple Cider Whoopie Pie Cookies with Caramel

Course: Cookies
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Apple Cider Whoopie Pie Cookies, autumn treats, Caramel, Desserts, Fall Flavors, Whoopie Pies
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Cooling Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Calories: 200kcal
Delicious apple cider whoopie pie cookies with caramel filling, perfect for autumn gatherings.
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Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Whisk
  • cookie scoop
  • saucepan

Ingredients

For the Cookies

  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can swap with gluten-free flour mix.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Consider pumpkin pie spice for a twist.
  • ½ teaspoon Ground Nutmeg
  • ½ teaspoon Salt
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter Use vegan butter for a dairy-free option.
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Can replace with coconut sugar.
  • 2 large Eggs Substitute with flax eggs for vegan.
  • 1 cup Apple Cider Can replace with apple juice.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract

For the Caramel Filling

  • ¼ cup Unsalted Butter Use dairy-free alternatives if needed.
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Opt for coconut sugar for healthier.
  • ½ cup Heavy Cream Coconut cream is a great dairy-free substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract

Instructions

Cookie Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  • In another bowl, cream the butter and brown sugar until fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
  • Add the eggs, apple cider, and vanilla to the creamed mixture; mix until smooth.
  • Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  • Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto a lined baking sheet, leaving space between.
  • Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are lightly golden; cool on a wire rack.

Caramel Preparation

  • In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat; stir in brown sugar and heavy cream.
  • Bring to a gentle boil for 3-5 minutes, then stir in vanilla extract.

Assembly

  • Spread caramel on the flat side of one cookie and top with another, flat side down.
  • Press gently to squeeze filling to edges; dust with powdered sugar if desired.

Notes

Store unfilled cookies in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Filled whoopie pies last up to a week in the fridge.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookie | Calories: 200kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 150mg | Potassium: 100mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 200IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 0.5mg