Description
Apple Cider Whoopie Pie Cookies with Caramel Filling are the ultimate fall treat, combining soft, spiced cookies with a gooey caramel center. These delightful cookies capture the essence of autumn with every bite, making them perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in. The warm flavors of apple cider and cinnamon paired with rich caramel create an unforgettable dessert experience that will have everyone coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup fresh apple cider
- 1 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Gradually pour in the apple cider while beating until combined.
- Mix in the dry ingredients until just combined; do not overmix.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them about two inches apart. Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden.
- Once cooled, fill half of the cookies with caramel sauce and top with another cookie half.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 145mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg