Apple Cider Whoopie Pies
Apple Cider Whoopie Pies are the epitome of cozy fall indulgence. These delightful cookie sandwiches combine the rich, warm flavors of apple cider, cinnamon, and nutmeg, offering a soft, chewy texture that melts in your mouth. Filled with either bourbon caramel buttercream or brown sugar cream cheese icing, these treats are perfect for any autumn occasion—whether you’re enjoying a quiet evening at home or hosting a festive gathering. The unique spices and sweet apple butter elevate these whoopie pies, making them a standout dessert that embodies the essence of the season.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups apple cider (reduced to 1/4 cup)
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 1¾ cups flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- 1½ teaspoons cinnamon
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup apple butter
- 2 eggs
- Filling options: bourbon caramel sauce or brown sugar cream cheese icing
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 F. Boil apple cider in a saucepan until reduced to 1/4 cup; set aside to cool.
- In a bowl, sift flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and spices together.
- In a mixer bowl, beat butter and sugars until smooth. Add eggs and cooled cider; mix well.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients until just mixed.
- Drop tablespoons of dough onto baking sheets lined with parchment paper, spacing them three inches apart.
- Bake for 11–13 minutes or until cookies spring back when lightly touched.
- Cool on racks before filling with your choice of frosting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 whoopie pie (60g)
- Calories: 209
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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