Cherry Whoopie Pies

Whoopie pies are believed to have originated in the United States and are a popular treat in Amish and Pennsylvania Dutch communities.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 42 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

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Cherry Whoopie Pies

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 12 min Total Time 42 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 4560

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoon Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₂ cup Unsalted butter, softened
• ¹⁄₂ cup Granulated sugar
• 1 Egg
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• ¹⁄₂ cup Milk
• 1 cup Cherry pie filling
• ¹⁄₂ cup Powdered sugar
• ¹⁄₂ cup Heavy cream

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients.
5. Drop rounded tablespoonfuls of batter onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
6. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the tops spring back when lightly touched. Allow to cool completely.
7. In a small bowl, beat together the cherry pie filling, powdered sugar, and heavy cream until well combined.
8. Spread a generous amount of the cherry filling on the flat side of half of the cookies. Top with the remaining cookies, flat side down.
9. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 380kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 58g20%

Sugars 40g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.