Description
Apple Cider Whoopie Pies are a delightful treat that embodies the cozy essence of fall. These soft and spiced cookie sandwiches, filled with creamy goodness, are perfect for any gathering or simply as a comforting dessert at home. With flavors of apple cider, cinnamon, and apple butter, these whoopie pies invite warmth and nostalgia with every bite. Whether enjoyed alongside a hot beverage or as part of a dessert platter, they are sure to impress your friends and family. Easy to make and fully customizable with various fillings, this recipe is an autumn favorite you won’t want to miss.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups apple cider (reduced to 1/4 cup)
- ½ cup unsalted butter (divided)
- 1 ¾ cups flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 ½ teaspoons cinnamon
- ¼ cup apple butter
- 2 eggs
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. In a saucepan, boil the apple cider until reduced to about 1/4 cup. Cool and set aside.
- In a bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and spices.
- In a separate large bowl, cream together 6 tablespoons of butter with sugars until smooth. Mix in vanilla, eggs, cooled cider, and apple butter.
- Gradually add dry ingredients until just combined.
- Scoop dough onto parchment-lined baking sheets and bake for 11-13 minutes until springy.
- Cool cookies on a wire rack before filling them with your choice of frosting.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 13 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 whoopie pie
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg