Description
Apple Cider Whoopie Pie cookies with Caramel Filling are the perfect autumn indulgence. These soft and chewy cookies are infused with the warm, spicy flavors of apple cider, cinnamon, and nutmeg, bringing the essence of fall to your dessert table. The sweet, creamy caramel filling enhances the delightful taste experience, making these whoopie pies an instant favorite at any gathering. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply enjoying a cozy evening at home, these treats are sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- ¼ tsp ground cloves
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup apple cider, reduced to ¼ cup
- ½ cup whole milk
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened (for filling)
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- ¼ cup reduced apple cider (for filling)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (for filling)
- Pinch of salt (for filling)
- ½ cup store-bought caramel sauce (for garnish)
- Pinch of flaky sea salt (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
- In a separate bowl, cream together softened butter and brown sugar until fluffy. Add in egg and vanilla; mix well.
- Slowly incorporate reduced apple cider into wet mixture.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet ingredients until just mixed.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized amounts onto prepared sheets and bake for about 10 minutes or until edges are golden.
- Prepare caramel filling by beating together softened butter, powdered sugar, reduced apple cider, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
- Assemble whoopie pies by spreading caramel filling between two cooled cookies.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg