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Apple Cider Whoopie Pie cookies with Caramel Filling

Apple Cider Whoopie Pie cookies with Caramel Filling are the ultimate autumn treat! These soft, spiced cookies burst with warm apple cider flavor and are generously filled with gooey caramel. Perfect for cozy gatherings or a sweet indulgence at home, they evoke the essence of fall in every bite. Easy to make and visually charming, these whoopie pies will quickly become a seasonal favorite that everyone will love.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: Makes approximately 12 whoopie pies 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp grated nutmeg
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 1 cup fresh apple cider
  • Caramel sauce for filling

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, cream together unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time to the butter mixture, then mix in apple cider until smooth.
  5. Gradually combine dry ingredients into the wet mixture without overmixing.
  6. Drop heaping tablespoons of batter onto prepared sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft.
  7. Cool completely on wire racks before filling with caramel sauce between two cookie halves.
  • Author: Larissa W.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 whoopie pie (50g)
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 35mg

Keywords: Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing. For added texture, consider incorporating chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans into the batter. Store filled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.