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Apple Cider Whoopie Pies

Delightful dessert with soft, spiced cakes filled with rich cream cheese frosting, perfect for autumn gatherings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Seasonal
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Whoopie Pies
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 cup apple cider
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 1 batch cream cheese frosting Amount will depend on recipe for cream cheese frosting.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, ground cinnamon, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Set this mixture aside.
  3. In another bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes using an electric mixer on medium speed).
  4. Mix in the egg, apple cider, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  6. Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to drop the batter onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Baking
  1. Bake in your preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until they spring back when lightly pressed.
  2. Allow the whoopie pie rounds to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Assembly
  1. Once cooled, take one round and spread cream cheese frosting on the flat side, topping it with another round to make a sandwich. Repeat with the remaining rounds.
Serving
  1. Serve fresh. They stand deliciously well on their own!

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Refrigerate for up to a week or freeze for up to three months. Reheat in the microwave for a warm treat.