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Apple Cider Whoopie Pie Cookies with Caramel

Apple Cider Whoopie Pie Cookies with Caramel

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Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of fall with these Apple Cider Whoopie Pie Cookies with Caramel. These delightful cookie sandwiches feature soft, cake-like cookies infused with sweet apple cider and spices, all generously filled with rich caramel. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in, these cookies are not only easy to make but also sure to bring smiles to everyone’s faces. Whether you’re looking for a sweet treat after dinner or an addition to your meal prep, this recipe will quickly become a favorite.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup apple cider
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup unsalted butter for caramel filling
  • 1 cup brown sugar for caramel filling
  • ¼ cup heavy cream for caramel filling
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract for caramel filling

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt in a bowl.
  3. In another bowl, cream together softened butter and brown sugar until fluffy.
  4. Mix in eggs, apple cider, and vanilla extract until fully combined.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined.
  6. Scoop rounded balls of dough onto a lined baking sheet.
  7. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until edges are golden.
  8. For the caramel filling, melt butter in a saucepan; stir in brown sugar and heavy cream; boil gently for about 3-5 minutes until thickened; add vanilla extract.
  9. Assemble by spreading caramel on one cookie and sandwiching it with another.

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