Description
Soft and spiced apple cider whoopie pies filled with a creamy frosting, combining the flavors of autumn in a delightful handheld treat.
Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup reduced apple cider
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup marshmallow fluff
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened (for filling)
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar (for filling)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (for filling)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream butter with brown sugar and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla.
- Mix in reduced apple cider and buttermilk until smooth.
- Gradually add dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Scoop batter onto prepared baking sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until tops are set and spring back lightly when touched. Let cool completely.
- For the filling: beat marshmallow fluff, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla until fluffy.
- Spread or pipe filling onto the flat side of one cookie, then sandwich with another cookie to form a whoopie pie.
Notes
- Reduce apple cider by simmering until concentrated for stronger flavor.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 2–3 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
- Dust edges with cinnamon sugar for extra flair.
- Prep Time: 25 mins
- Cook Time: 12 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American