Description
Celebrate any festive occasion with these colorful Red, White, and Blue Whoopie Pies. Soft and fluffy white cake-based cookies are colored red and blue, filled with a luscious cream cheese frosting, and finished with patriotic sprinkles for a delightful treat that’s perfect for summer gatherings, patriotic holidays, or any celebration calling for a fun and tasty dessert.
Ingredients
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Red and Blue Whoopie Pie Cookies
- 1 box white cake mix
- 1 small (3.4 oz) box instant vanilla pudding mix
- 8 tablespoons (1/2 cup) unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- Red food coloring (as needed)
- Blue food coloring (as needed)
Cream Cheese Filling
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 4 teaspoons vanilla extract
- Red, white, and blue sprinkles (for decorating)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheets: Position a rack in the center of the oven and preheat to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Make the Cookie Dough: In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, combine the white cake mix and instant vanilla pudding mix. Add softened butter and eggs, then beat on medium speed until thoroughly combined into a thick dough.
- Color the Dough: Divide the dough evenly into two bowls. Add red food coloring to one bowl and blue food coloring to the other. Mix each bowl until the color is uniform with no streaks.
- Shape the Cookies: Using a tablespoon or small cookie scoop, drop rounded mounds of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them at least 2 inches apart to allow spreading.
- Bake the Cookies: Bake one sheet at a time in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes, or until the cookies spring back when gently pressed. Let them cool on the baking sheet for 3 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prepare the Filling: While the cookies cool, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar together in a clean stand mixer bowl with the paddle attachment on medium-high speed until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes. Add the vanilla extract and mix well.
- Assemble Whoopie Pies: Once cookies are completely cooled, spread a generous layer of cream cheese filling onto the flat side of one cookie and sandwich with another cookie, flat side down.
- Decorate: Roll or sprinkle the edges of the filling with red, white, and blue sprinkles for a festive touch.
- Store and Serve: Place the assembled whoopie pies in an airtight container and refrigerate until ready to serve. Allow to come to room temperature before serving for optimal flavor and texture.
Notes
- Ensure eggs and butter are at room temperature for easier mixing and better texture.
- For even coloring, add food coloring gradually until the desired shade is reached.
- Do not overcrowd the baking sheet; cookies need space to spread properly.
- Allow whoopie pies to come to room temperature after refrigeration before serving for best taste and cream cheese filling consistency.
- Use parchment paper to facilitate easy removal and prevent sticking.
