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Caramel Apple Cider Whoopie Pies

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These Caramel Apple Cider Whoopie Pies combine the spiced sweetness of apple cider with rich caramel filling, making them the perfect fall dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup apple cider
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup caramel sauce
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Pour 1 cup of apple cider into a small saucepan and bring it to a boil. Reduce heat and let it simmer until it’s reduced to about 1/4 cup. Set aside to cool completely.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and brown sugar together with an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and cooled apple cider reduction until smooth and well combined.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  6. Cover the dough and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  7. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Scoop the dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing each scoop about 2 inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are set. Let them cool completely on a wire rack.
  8. Beat the softened butter and powdered sugar together until fluffy. Add the caramel sauce and vanilla extract, then continue beating until smooth and creamy.
  9. Pipe or spread a generous dollop of caramel filling onto the flat side of one cookie. Top with another cookie to create a sandwich. Repeat with the remaining cookies.

Notes

[‘Chill the dough to help the cookies hold their shape.’, ‘Watch the cider reduction closely to avoid burning.’, ‘Use parchment paper to prevent sticking.’, ‘Be generous with the caramel filling for the best flavor.’]

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Keywords: Caramel, Apple Cider, Whoopie Pies, Fall Dessert, Autumn Baking

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