Description
Apple Cider Whoopie Pie Cookies with Caramel are the ultimate fall treat, combining soft, cake-like cookies with a sweet, creamy filling and a rich caramel drizzle. Infused with the warm flavors of apple cider and cinnamon, these delightful cookies evoke cozy autumn memories. Perfect for gatherings or as an afternoon snack, they bring a touch of seasonal joy to any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/4 cup apple cider
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for filling)
- Caramel sauce (for drizzling)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt; set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-5 minutes).
- Mix in apple cider and vanilla extract until combined. Gradually add the dry ingredients until just mixed.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them two inches apart. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until lightly golden brown. Let cool completely.
- For the filling, beat together powdered sugar and remaining butter until smooth. Spread filling on one cookie half and top with another; drizzle with caramel before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg