Ingredients
- All-purpose flour: 2 1/2 cups
- Baking powder: 1 teaspoon
- Baking soda: 1/2 teaspoon
- Salt: 1/4 teaspoon
- Unsalted butter, softened: 1/2 cup (1 stick)
- Light brown sugar, packed: 1 cup
- Egg: 1 large
- Apple cider: 1 cup
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, then stir in the apple cider and vanilla extract.
- Step 3: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Step 4: Drop rounded tablespoons of batter onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.
- Step 5: Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Let cool on baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- To keep the whoopie pie cookies soft, store them in an airtight container at room temperature with a slice of bread.
- Gently warm the assembled whoopie pies in the microwave for a few seconds to enhance the caramel's gooeyness.
- For a delightful presentation, dust the assembled whoopie pies with powdered sugar or drizzle with extra caramel before serving.
- When incorporating the dry ingredients, mix until just combined to ensure the cookies remain tender and cake-like, avoiding a tough texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American