Salted Caramel Whoopie Pies
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
8
Difficulty
Easy
These salted caramel whoopie pies are my go to when I want something impressive but don't have all day to bake. They come together in just 45 minutes total, making them perfect for unexpected guests or a quick dessert craving. The almond milk keeps these treats lighter than traditional versions while still delivering that tender, cake like texture everyone loves. But honestly, the real star is that salted caramel filling paired with flaky sea salt on top, creating this beautiful contrast between sweet and salty that just makes your taste buds sing. They're simple enough for a weeknight but fancy enough to feel special.
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Ingredients
- 250 gall-purpose flour
- 120 gunsalted butter
- 400 ggranulated sugar
- 4large eggs
- 120 mlunsweetened almond milk
- 200 gsalted caramel sauce
- 20 gflaky sea salt
- 10 gbaking powder
- 60 gunsalted butter, melted
- 80 gunsalted butter, softened
- 1 teaspoonvanilla extract
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt.
Tip: Whisk until well combined.
- 3
In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Tip: Be patient and let it come to a good consistency.
- 4
Beat in eggs one at a time, followed by almond milk.
Tip: Make sure to scrape down the sides of the bowl after each addition.
- 5
In a separate bowl, whisk together salted caramel sauce and softened butter until well combined.
Tip: Don't overmix.
- 6
Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
Tip: Don't overmix.
- 7
Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces and shape into balls.
Tip: Make sure to handle the dough gently.
- 8
Bake for 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Tip: Let the whoopie pies cool completely on a wire rack.
- 9
To make the filling, whisk together melted butter, salted caramel sauce, and vanilla extract.
Tip: Make sure to scrape down the sides of the bowl.
- 10
Assemble the whoopie pies by spreading a small amount of filling on one half of each pie and topping with the other half.
Tip: Make sure to press the edges to seal the pie.
- 11
Sprinkle with flaky sea salt before serving.
Tip: Get creative with the amount of salt you use!
- 12
Serve immediately and enjoy!
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