Apple Cider Whoopie Pie Cookies with Caramel
Indulge in the cozy flavors of fall with these delightful Apple Cider Whoopie Pie Cookies with Caramel. Soft, fluffy cookies are filled with a rich caramel that balances perfectly with the warm spices of cinnamon and nutmeg. These treats are perfect for family gatherings, cozy nights in, or as a sweet surprise for friends. Easy to make and incredibly satisfying, they bring warmth and joy to any occasion. Once you take a bite, you’ll see why this recipe has become a favorite!
- 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 one bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat butter and brown sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, followed by apple cider and vanilla.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet ingredients until just combined.
- Drop rounded balls of dough onto a lined baking sheet with space between them.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden at the edges.
- For caramel filling, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat; stir in brown sugar and cream, boiling gently for about 3-5 minutes until smooth.
- Once cookies cool slightly, spread caramel on one cookie and sandwich it with another.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 whoopie pie (75g)
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 125mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg