Apple Cider Whoopie Pie Cookies with Caramel
Indulge in the cozy flavors of fall with these Apple Cider Whoopie Pie Cookies with Caramel. Soft, spiced cookies are filled with a rich caramel that melds beautifully with the apple cider, creating a delightful treat perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a holiday gathering or enjoying a quiet night in, these cookies will impress both kids and adults alike. Their unique flavor combination makes them a standout dessert that captures the essence of autumn.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 cookie sandwiches 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
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup apple cider
- ½ cup unsalted butter (for filling)
- 1 cup brown sugar (for filling)
- ¼ cup heavy cream (for filling)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for filling)
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 softened butter and brown sugar until fluffy.
- Mix in eggs, apple cider, and vanilla until well combined.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture without overmixing.
- Scoop rounded dough onto a lined baking sheet and bake for 12–15 minutes.
- For the caramel filling, melt butter in a saucepan; stir in brown sugar and cream. Boil for about 3–5 minutes before adding vanilla.
- Once cookies are cool, spread caramel between two cookies to create sandwiches.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie sandwich
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg