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Red Velvet Whoopie Pies

Soft, sweet, and fun to eat, these Red Velvet Whoopie Pies are filled with a delicious buttercream, making them perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 8 tbsp unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 1 large egg Use room temperature
  • 1 cup buttermilk Can substitute with milk and lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp cocoa powder
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp white vinegar
  • Red food coloring Use gel for less bleeding
Filling Ingredients
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter Softened
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Method
 

Baking the Cakes
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line your baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In one bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and a pinch of salt. Set aside.
  3. In another bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and a generous splash of red food coloring until well combined.
  5. Gradually alternate adding the dry flour mixture and the buttermilk to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix!
  6. Use a tablespoon to drop dollops of the batter onto the lined baking sheet, spacing them a couple of inches apart.
  7. Bake for about 10-12 minutes or until they spring back when lightly touched.
  8. Let them cool completely on a wire rack.
Preparing the Filling
  1. For the filling, beat together the softened butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until it's smooth and creamy.
  2. Sandwich the filling between two of the cooled red velvet cookies.
  3. Serve at room temperature and enjoy!

Notes

Serve with milk, coffee, or tea. Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days at room temperature or up to 5 days in the fridge.