Description
Apple Cider Whoopie Pies are a delightful autumn treat that perfectly captures the essence of fall. These soft and spiced cookies are sandwiched with a creamy apple cider buttercream filling and drizzled with rich caramel, making them an irresistible dessert for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a cozy gathering or surprising loved ones with a sweet gift, these whoopie pies offer a unique twist on traditional flavors. Each bite is bursting with warm spices and the nostalgic taste of apple cider, sure to become a seasonal favorite.
Ingredients
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- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- ¼ tsp ground cloves
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup apple cider (reduced to ¼ cup)
- ½ cup whole milk
- ½ cup unsalted butter (for buttercream)
- 3 cups powdered sugar (for buttercream)
- ¼ cup reduced apple cider (for buttercream)
- pinch of salt (for buttercream)
- ½ cup caramel sauce (for caramel filling)
- optional flaky sea salt (for caramel filling)
Instructions
- Reduce apple cider by simmering 1 cup until it reduces to ¼ cup; let cool.
- Preheat oven to 350°F. In one bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and spices. In another bowl, beat butter and brown sugar until fluffy; add egg and vanilla.
- Gradually mix in cooled cider reduction and dry ingredients alternating with milk.
- Drop tablespoon-sized rounds onto lined baking sheets; bake for 10-12 minutes and cool completely.
- For buttercream, beat softened butter until creamy; gradually add powdered sugar, cooled cider reduction, and salt until smooth.
- Assemble by piping buttercream and drizzling caramel on half the cookies before sandwiching with another half.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 whoopie pie (60g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Freshly ground spices will enhance flavor. Allow reduced cider to cool before adding to the batter for optimal consistency. Experiment with different fillings like cream cheese or chocolate ganache.