Red Velvet Whoopie Pies
Delicious red velvet whoopie pies filled with creamy filling, perfect for special occasions like Valentine's Day.
Ingredients
For the cookie base
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons red food coloring
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the cream cheese filling
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for filling)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix together the vegetable oil, buttermilk, eggs, food coloring, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Using a cookie scoop, drop dollops of the batter onto the prepared baking sheets, shaping them into hearts if desired.
Baking
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow to cool completely.
Filling
- For the filling, beat the cream cheese and butter together until smooth.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla until well combined.
- Spread the cream cheese filling on the flat side of one cookie and top with another cookie to make a sandwich.
Notes
Make sure your ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing. Don't overmix the batter, or the cookies may become tough. For a fun twist, you can add chocolate chips to the batter or use different food coloring for a unique look. Allow the cookies to cool completely before adding the filling to prevent melting.