Description
Halloween Whoopie Pies are delightful, spooky treats perfect for Halloween celebrations, featuring a soft, cake-like exterior and a creamy filling.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- Food coloring (orange and black)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and mix well.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, and mix until smooth.
- Drop spoonfuls of the batter onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are firm. Let cool completely.
- In a bowl, mix the cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Add food coloring to create desired colors.
- Spread the cream cheese filling on the flat side of one pie and top with another pie to create a sandwich.
- Decorate with additional frosting or sprinkles if desired.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Feel free to customize the filling with different flavors or colors.
- These can be made ahead of time and frozen for later use.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American