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Apple Cider Whoopie Pie Cookies with Caramel

Apple Cider Whoopie Pie Cookies with Caramel

Delight in the cozy flavors of Apple Cider Whoopie Pie Cookies with Caramel, perfect for autumn 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: 220

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Batter
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Substitute with gluten-free blend if needed.
  • 1 tsp baking soda Acts as a leavening agent.
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon Adds warmth.
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg Complements cinnamon.
  • 1/2 tsp salt Balances sweetness.
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter Use vegan butter for dairy-free.
  • 1 cup brown sugar Can replace with coconut sugar.
  • 1 large egg No direct substitute.
  • 1 cup apple cider Can substitute with apple juice.
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract Enhances sweetness.
For the Caramel Filling
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream Coconut cream works for dairy-free.
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Cookie Scoop
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment Paper
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together unsalted butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs, apple cider, and vanilla extract to the creamed mixture and mix until just combined.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir until smooth.
  6. Drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spaced 2 inches apart.
  7. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until golden on edges and centers are soft.
  8. For the caramel filling, melt butter in a saucepan, stir in brown sugar and cream, boil for 3 to 5 minutes until thickened.
  9. Stir in vanilla extract, then cool before using.
  10. Spread caramel on the flat side of one cookie and top with another cookie to create a sandwich.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 25mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allow cookies to cool completely before assembling to prevent caramel from melting out.

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