Description
Funfetti Whoopie Pies are a delightful dessert that combines soft, cake-like cookies with a creamy filling, perfect for any celebration. Bursting with colorful sprinkles, these whimsical treats not only look festive but also deliver a delicious explosion of vanilla flavor in every bite. Ideal for birthdays or just because, whipping up these Funfetti Whoopie Pies will fill your kitchen with sweet aromas and create lasting memories.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup rainbow sprinkles
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for filling)
- 4 oz cream cheese (softened, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl; set aside.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition; stir in vanilla.
- Gradually mix in dry ingredients until just combined. Fold in rainbow sprinkles carefully.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized dollops onto prepared sheets, spacing them two inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden. Cool on wire racks.
- For the filling, beat cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Spread or pipe on the flat side of half the cooled cakes and sandwich with remaining halves.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 whoopie pie (40g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg