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Caramel Apple Cider Whoopie Pies

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Soft, cake-like cookies infused with real apple cider and caramel, sandwiched with creamy cinnamon frosting. These cozy whoopie pies are the ultimate fall dessert, perfect for gatherings or a comforting treat at home.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup light brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup apple cider
  • 1/4 cup caramel sauce (homemade or store-bought)
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1–2 tablespoons milk or apple cider
  • Extra caramel sauce (optional, for garnish)
  • Apple chips or thinly sliced fresh apples (optional, for garnish)
  • Ground cinnamon (optional, for dusting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, beat softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
  4. Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract. Mix until silky.
  5. Add apple cider and caramel sauce; mix on low speed until just combined (batter may look slightly curdled).
  6. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture, mixing just until incorporated. Do not overmix.
  7. Drop rounds of batter (about 2 tablespoons each) onto prepared sheets, spacing 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake for 12–15 minutes, until pies are puffed and golden. They should spring back when lightly touched.
  9. Cool pies on the sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. For the frosting: Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add powdered sugar, cinnamon, salt, and vanilla; beat until creamy. Add milk or cider to reach spreadable consistency.
  11. Spread or pipe frosting onto half the pies. Top with remaining pies to make sandwiches, pressing lightly.
  12. Optional: Drizzle with extra caramel, dust with cinnamon, or press apple chips on the sides for garnish.

Notes

Chill batter for 10–15 minutes if it’s too loose. Use fresh apple cider for best flavor. Don’t overmix the batter to keep pies soft. Cool pies completely before frosting. For neat sandwiches, pipe frosting with a zip-top bag. Pies can be made gluten-free or dairy-free with simple swaps.

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