Description

If you’re craving a cozy fall treat, look no further than these delightful Apple Cider Whoopie Pies! Each bite is like a warm embrace, filled with the comforting flavors of apple cider and a blend of warm spices. Perfect for family gatherings or simply enjoying on a chilly evening, these whoopie pies are soft, tender cookies sandwiched around a creamy filling that you can easily customize to suit your taste.

Ingredients

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2 cups apple cider (reduced to 1/4 cup)
½ cup unsalted butter
1 ¾ cups flour
½ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
¼ teaspoon baking soda
1 ½ teaspoon cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ginger
½ teaspoon nutmeg
½ cup granulated sugar
¼ cup plus 2 teaspoons brown sugar (light or dark, packed)
¼ cup apple butter or applesauce
2 eggs
¼ teaspoon vanilla
3 tablespoons butter (melted) for coating
¼ cup sugar for coating
½ teaspoon cinnamon for coating
½ cup unsalted butter (room temperature) for filling
1 ¼– 1 ½ cups powdered sugar (sifted) for filling
1 pinch of salt for filling
4 ½ ounces cream cheese (room temperature) for filling
3 tablespoons butter (room temperature) for filling
2 tablespoons brown sugar (light or dark) for filling
2 cups powdered sugar (sifted) plus more if needed for filling
½ teaspoon vanilla extract for filling

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F. Reduce apple cider in a saucepan until it measures 1/4 cup; cool.
In one bowl, mix dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, salt, and spices.
In another bowl, beat butter and sugars until creamy. Add eggs and cooled cider; mix well.
Gradually combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed.
Scoop dough onto lined baking sheets and bake for 11-13 minutes until springy.
Cool cookies completely before filling with your choice of frosting.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 whoopie pie (60g)
Calories: 210
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 34g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 35mg