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Apple Cider Whoopie Pie Cookies

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Soft, spiced apple cider cookies paired with a creamy filling make these whoopie pies the ultimate fall dessert treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup apple cider (reduced down to 1/4 cup for concentrated flavor)
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon maple syrup
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Reduce the Apple Cider: In a small saucepan, simmer the apple cider over medium heat until it reduces down to 1/4 cup. This takes about 10-15 minutes. Set aside to cool.
  2. Prepare the Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Set aside.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Add the Wet Ingredients: Mix in the egg and reduced apple cider, followed by the buttermilk. Beat until smooth.
  5. Combine: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Don’t overmix!
  6. Scoop and Bake: Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches of space between each. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes, or until the tops are set. Let cool completely on a wire rack.
  7. Make the Filling: Beat the cream cheese and butter together until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar, maple syrup, and salt, mixing until fluffy.
  8. Assemble the Whoopie Pies: Spread or pipe a generous dollop of filling onto the flat side of one cookie, then top with another to create a sandwich.

Notes

[‘Reducing the apple cider intensifies the flavor, making the cookies taste like fall in every bite.’, ‘Ensure your butter, egg, and cream cheese are at room temperature for easier mixing and smoother results.’, ‘Using a cookie scoop helps ensure all your cookies are the same size, making them easier to sandwich.’, ‘If your filling feels too soft to work with, pop it in the fridge for 10-15 minutes to firm up slightly.’]

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Keywords: apple cider, whoopie pies, fall dessert, cookies, autumn flavors

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