Apple Cinnamon Spice Whoopie Pies
Ingredients:
For the Apple Cinnamon Spice Cakes:
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 cup unsweetened applesauce
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Apple Cinnamon Frosting:
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
1 cup powdered sugar
1/4 cup apple cider
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Oven and Baking Sheets:
Step: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
2. Make the Apple Cinnamon Spice Cakes:
2.1. Mix Dry Ingredients:
Photo: Show a bowl with flour, baking powder, spices, and salt.
Step: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt. Set aside.
2.2. Cream Butter and Sugar:
Photo: Display butter and sugar being creamed together in a mixing bowl.
Step: In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
2.3. Add Eggs and Applesauce:
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Step: Beat in the eggs one at a time, then mix in the applesauce and vanilla extract.
2.4. Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients:
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Step: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
2.5. Scoop and Bake:
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Step: Drop rounded tablespoons of batter onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cakes cool completely on a wire rack.
3. Make the Apple Cinnamon Frosting:
3.1. Cream Butter and Cream Cheese:
Photo: Show butter and cream cheese being creamed together in a mixing bowl.
Step: In a medium bowl, beat together the softened butter and cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
3.2. Add Powdered Sugar and Flavorings:
Photo: Display powdered sugar and apple cider being mixed in.
Step: Gradually add the powdered sugar, beating until combined. Mix in the apple cider and cinnamon until the frosting is smooth and spreadable.
4. Assemble the Whoopie Pies:
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