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Apple Cider Whoopie Pies

Apple Cider Whoopie Pies
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Apple Cider Whoopie Pies are a delightful autumn treat that brings together the comforting flavors of apple cider and warm spices in a soft, cake-like sandwich. These whoopie pies feature a luscious brown sugar filling and are rolled in a fragrant cinnamon-sugar coating, making them the perfect dessert for cozy gatherings or festive celebrations. Easy to make and wonderfully indulgent, these treats will impress friends and family alike with their unique flavor profile and inviting aroma.

Ingredients

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  • 2½ cups apple cider
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ¾ cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1 cup dark brown sugar (packed)
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup apple butter
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for coating)
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 4 tablespoons salted butter (melted, for filling)
  • ½ cup unsalted butter (softened, for filling)
  • ¼ cup light brown sugar (for filling)
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 teaspoons heavy cream

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium saucepan, boil the apple cider until reduced to about ¼ cup. Allow to cool.
  3. Whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, baking soda, and spices in one bowl.
  4. In another bowl, cream softened butter with dark brown sugar until fluffy. Mix in eggs, apple butter, and cooled apple cider reduction.
  5. Gradually combine dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just blended.
  6. Scoop dough onto prepared baking sheet and bake for 10-14 minutes or until puffed and springy to touch.
  7. While warm, brush tops with melted butter and roll in cinnamon-sugar mix before cooling completely.
  8. Prepare the filling by creaming together remaining butter with light brown sugar and powdered sugar; add vanilla extract until fluffy.
  9. Assemble by piping filling onto half of the cooled cakes and topping them with the other halves.

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