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Apple Cider Whoopie Pies

Apple Cider Whoopie Pies
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Apple Cider Whoopie Pies are the perfect autumn treat, combining the warm flavors of apple cider and spices into soft, delightful cookie sandwiches. These delectable pies are filled with a luscious icing, making them an ideal dessert for gatherings or cozy nights in. The nostalgic taste of fall is captured in every bite, reminiscent of apple cider doughnuts enjoyed during crisp evenings. Simple to make and versatile in fillings, these whoopie pies will surely impress family and friends alike.

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
  • 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 (for Bourbon Caramel Buttercream)
  • 1 ¼–1 ½ cups powdered sugar (sifted, for Bourbon Caramel Buttercream)
  • 2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons caramel sauce (for Bourbon Caramel Buttercream)
  • 1 pinch of salt (for Bourbon Caramel Buttercream)
  • 4 ½ ounces cream cheese (for Brown Sugar Cream Cheese Icing)
  • 3 tablespoons butter (for Brown Sugar Cream Cheese Icing)
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar (light or dark, for Brown Sugar Cream Cheese Icing)
  • 2 cups powdered sugar (sifted, for Brown Sugar Cream Cheese Icing)
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract (for Brown Sugar Cream Cheese Icing)
  • 1 pinch salt (for Brown Sugar Cream Cheese Icing)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Reduce apple cider in a saucepan until down to 1/4 cup; set aside to cool.
  2. In a bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and spices.
  3. In another bowl, beat butter with sugars until creamy. Mix in eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla and cooled cider/applesauce.
  4. Gradually add dry ingredients until just combined.
  5. Drop mounds of dough onto lined baking sheets and bake for 11-13 minutes. Cool on racks and brush with melted butter before coating in cinnamon sugar.
  6. Fill cooled cookies with your choice of icing.

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