Triple Ginger Lemon Creme Whoopie Pies
Whoopie pies are believed to have originated in the Amish community of Pennsylvania, but their exact origin is still debated.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 42 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 15.
Triple Ginger Lemon Creme Whoopie Pies
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, and salt.
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In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
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Beat in the egg, molasses, grated fresh ginger, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
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Drop rounded tablespoons of batter onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
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Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the tops spring back when lightly touched.
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Remove from the oven and let cool completely on a wire rack.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, heavy cream, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
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Spread a dollop of the cream filling on the flat side of one cookie, then sandwich with another cookie.
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Repeat with the remaining cookies and filling.
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Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 320kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 15g24%
- Total Carbohydrate 42g15%
- Sugars 26g
- Protein 3g6%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
