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Soft and Fluffy Easter Whoopie Pies

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These soft and fluffy Easter whoopie pies are a quick and easy homemade spring treat featuring moist cake rounds and a creamy, smooth filling with a hint of vanilla and pastel-colored frosting.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups (315 g) all-purpose flour, sifted
  • 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ cup (115 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup (240 ml) whole milk, room temperature
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • Optional: Food-safe pastel gel coloring
  • 8 oz (226 g) cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup (115 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 cups (360 g) powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ cup (120 g) small-curd cottage cheese, well-drained
  • Optional: A squeeze of lemon juice or a pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. Using a mixer, beat ½ cup softened unsalted butter with 1 cup sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Beat in 2 large eggs, one at a time, followed by 2 tsp vanilla extract. Scrape down sides to keep everything well mixed.
  5. Add the flour mixture in three parts, alternating with 1 cup milk, beginning and ending with the flour. Mix gently until just combined.
  6. If desired, fold in a few drops of gel food coloring.
  7. Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop batter onto prepared baking sheets about 1 ½ inches apart.
  8. Bake for 12-14 minutes, or until tops spring back when lightly pressed and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  9. Transfer cakes to wire racks to cool completely before filling.
  10. Beat 8 oz cream cheese and ½ cup softened butter until smooth. Gradually add 3 cups powdered sugar and 1 tsp vanilla, then fold in ½ cup well-drained cottage cheese. Optionally add a squeeze of lemon juice.
  11. Spread or pipe a generous dollop of filling on the flat side of one cake, then sandwich with another. Press gently to spread filling evenly.
  12. Refrigerate assembled pies for at least 30 minutes to set the filling before serving.

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients for best results. Do not overmix batter to keep cakes fluffy. Chill filling if too runny before assembling. Store in airtight container in fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 2 months. Use a piping bag for neater filling application.

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Keywords: whoopie pies, Easter treats, soft cake, creamy filling, spring desserts, homemade, easy baking

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