Best 3 Apple Whoopie Pies Recipes

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Apple whoopie pies, a mouthwatering treat that combines the classic flavors of apples and vanilla, are a delight for the senses. These delightful treats consist of two soft and fluffy cakes sandwiched together with a luscious filling made from fresh apples, and often finished with a dusting of powdered sugar. Perfect for any occasion, whether it's a cozy afternoon tea party or a festive holiday gathering, apple whoopie pies are sure to bring a smile to your face.

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APPLE CIDER WHOOPIE PIES



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Their name may be fun to say, but whoopie pies aren't really pies at all but rather soft, cakelike cookie sandwiches. These are inspired by a classic apple cider doughnut and, true to form, are dusted with cinnamon sugar. Apple cider that's been reduced and a bit of apple butter work in tandem to subtly flavor the fluffy cakes, and good old cream cheese frosting makes the ideal filling. For beautiful, uniformly sized cakes, use a 2-tablespoon cookie scoop to portion the batter for baking. If you don't have one, they might bake up a little wonky, but they'll still taste delightful.

Provided by Samantha Seneviratne

Categories     cakes, cookies and bars, dessert

Time 55m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 1/4 cup/300 milliliters apple cider
1 1/2 cups/190 grams all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg
6 tablespoons/85 grams unsalted butter, at room temperature, plus 2 tablespoons melted
1/2 cup/110 grams packed dark brown sugar
1 large egg
1/4 cup/60 milliliters apple butter
1/4 cup/50 grams granulated sugar
6 ounces/170 grams cream cheese, at room temperature
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
3 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees. Bring the apple cider to a boil in a small saucepan over medium-high heat. Continue to cook the cider until it has reduced to 1/4 cup/60 milliliters, about 16 to 18 minutes. Let cool completely. (You can pop the reduced cider in the fridge or freezer to cool faster while you continue.)
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, baking soda, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, ginger and nutmeg. In a large bowl, with an electric mixer on medium, beat the room-temperature butter and brown sugar until fluffy, about 3 minutes, scraping the sides of the bowl as necessary. Add egg, apple butter and reduced apple cider, and beat until combined. Your batter may look like it has separated slightly, and that's O.K. Add the dry mixture and mix just until combined, again scraping the bowl as necessary.
  • Portion the dough into 2-tablespoon scoops on 2 parchment-lined rimmed baking sheets, about 1 1/2-inches apart. Bake, rotating sheets halfway through, until the cakes are puffed and set, 12 to 14 minutes. Transfer sheets to racks. In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon and the granulated sugar. Brush the tops of the warm cakes with a bit of the melted butter and gently toss them in the sugar mixture. Set aside to cool completely.
  • In a large bowl, with an electric mixer on medium, beat the cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add the confectioners' sugar and vanilla and beat to combine. Spread about 2 tablespoons of filling on the flat side of half of the cakes. Top with the other halves.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 326, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams, Carbohydrate 41 grams, Fat 17 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 10 grams, Sodium 238 milligrams, Sugar 24 grams, TransFat 0 grams

OATMEAL WHOOPIE PIES



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Soft oatmeal cookies sandwiched together with a creamy vanilla filling.

Provided by Vonieta Stogner

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Whoopie Pie Recipes

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 cups packed brown sugar
¾ cup butter
2 eggs
½ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking powder
3 tablespoons boiling water
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
2 cups quick cooking oats
1 egg white
2 tablespoons milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups confectioners' sugar
¾ cup shortening

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease baking sheets.
  • Cream butter or margarine with the brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs and mix well. Stir in the salt, cinnamon, baking powder, boiling water, baking soda and flour. Mix to combine. Stir in the oats.
  • Drop cookies onto the prepared baking sheets. Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 10 to 12 minutes. Let cookies cool then make sandwiches from two cookies filled with Whoopie Pie Filling.
  • To Make Filling: Beat egg white. Mix in the milk, 1 teaspoon vanilla and 1 cup confectioners' sugar. Beat in the shortening and remaining 1 cup confectioners' sugar. Beat until light.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 396.2 calories, Carbohydrate 56.9 g, Cholesterol 41.1 mg, Fat 17.6 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 235.6 mg, Sugar 37.1 g

MAPLE WHOOPIE PIES



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In New York, we have a huge maple syrup industry. I took a basic whoopie pie and gave it a twist using our beloved maple flavor. -Holly Balzer-Harz, Malone, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield about 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 18

1/3 cup butter, softened
3/4 cup sugar
1 large egg, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon maple flavoring
2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/4 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup maple syrup
1/2 cup finely chopped pecans, divided
FILLING:
1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup shortening
1 teaspoon maple flavoring
4 cups confectioners' sugar
1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons maple syrup

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in egg, vanilla and flavoring. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with cream and syrup, beating well after each addition. Stir in 1/4 cup pecans., Drop dough by rounded tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto greased baking sheets; sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup pecans. Bake until edges are light brown and tops spring back when lightly touched, 8-10 minutes. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool completely., For filling, in a large bowl, beat butter, shortening and flavoring until creamy. Beat in confectioners' sugar alternately with cream and syrup until smooth. Spread filling on bottoms of half of the cookies; cover with remaining cookies. Store in airtight containers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 306 calories, Fat 15g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 183mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (32g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose the right apples. Granny Smith apples are a good choice for apple whoopie pies because they are tart and hold their shape well when baked. If you are using a sweeter apple, such as a Honeycrisp, you may need to add a little bit of lemon juice to the filling to brighten it up.
  • Make sure your apples are peeled and cored properly. This will help to prevent the filling from being chunky or lumpy.
  • Don't overcook the apples. The apples should be tender but still hold their shape. If you overcook them, they will become mushy and the filling will be too runny.
  • Let the filling cool completely before assembling the whoopie pies. This will help to prevent the filling from leaking out.
  • Use a cookie scoop to portion the dough. This will help to ensure that all of the whoopie pies are the same size.
  • Bake the whoopie pies until they are golden brown around the edges. This will help to ensure that they are cooked through.
  • Let the whoopie pies cool completely before filling them. This will help to prevent the filling from melting.
  • Store the whoopie pies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the freezer for up to 2 months.

Conclusion:

Apple whoopie pies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. They are a great way to use up leftover apples, and they are always a hit with kids and adults alike. With a few simple tips, you can make perfect apple whoopie pies every time.

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