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Apple Cider Whoopie Pie Cookies with Caramel

Cozy Up with Apple Cider Whoopie Pie Cookies and Caramel

Delight in the flavors of fall with these Apple Cider Whoopie Pie Cookies with Caramel, perfect for cozy gatherings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour can be a substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Acts as a leavening agent
  • 2 teaspoons Ground Cinnamon Adds warm spice flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg Enhances the autumnal flavor profile
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Use margarine for a dairy-free option
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Adds depth of flavor
  • 2 large Eggs Flax eggs can be used as a vegan alternative
  • 1 cup Apple Cider Apple juice can be used if needed
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
For the Caramel Filling
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream Coconut cream is a great dairy-free alternative
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract

Equipment

  • mixing bowls
  • electric mixer
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Saucepan
  • Cookie Scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line your baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  3. Cream the unsalted butter and brown sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then mix in the apple cider and vanilla extract until smooth.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients and mix on low until just combined.
  6. Scoop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  7. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until edges are golden brown and centers are set. Let cool for a few minutes.
  8. In a saucepan, melt butter, then add brown sugar and heavy cream, bringing to a gentle boil for 3-5 minutes until thickened.
  9. Let the cookies cool completely, then fill with caramel between two cookies to make whoopie pies.
  10. Allow to set, then serve or store in an airtight container for up to three days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure butter is softened, mix until just combined, and cool cookies before filling.

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