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Apple Cider Whoopie Pie Cookies with Caramel

Apple Cider Whoopie Pie Cookies with Caramel Bliss

Delightful Apple Cider Whoopie Pie Cookies with Caramel capture the essence of autumn in every bite.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour substitute with gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free options
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda acts as a leavening agent
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon adds warmth and spice
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg enhances the fall flavor profile
  • 1 pinch salt balances sweetness
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter use salted butter if unsalted is unavailable
  • 1 cups brown sugar provides sweetness and moisture
  • 2 large eggs bind the ingredients
  • 1 cups apple cider introduces flavor and moisture
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract enhances flavor depth
For the Caramel Filling
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter melt gently for smooth results
  • 1 cups brown sugar adds sweetness and depth
  • 0.25 cups heavy cream softens the caramel
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract adds an extra layer of flavor

Equipment

  • mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • cookie scoop
  • baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Saucepan
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  3. Cream together butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
  4. Beat in eggs one at a time, then mix in apple cider and vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
  6. Drop rounded balls of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing 2 inches apart.
  7. Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden brown.
  8. Melt butter for caramel, stir in brown sugar and heavy cream, bring to a gentle boil, then simmer for 3-5 minutes.
  9. Once cookies are cooled, spread caramel filling on flat side of one cookie, top with another cookie.
  10. Serve fresh or store in an airtight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients for best results. Measure ingredients accurately to avoid dense cookies.

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