Description

Indulge in the festive spirit with these delightful Easter Whoopie Pies. These colorful treats combine the sweetness of vanilla cake with a creamy frosting, all wrapped up in a vibrant coating of Easter sprinkles. Perfect for holiday gatherings or as a fun baking project with kids.

Ingredients

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1 box french vanilla cake mix
1 large egg
1/2 cup unsalted butter
3 cup easter sprinkles
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
2 1/2 cup powdered sugar
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
2 tbsp heavy whipping cream
Pink gel food coloring
Vanilla frosting

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Instructions

Prepare the oven and baking sheets
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line two cookie sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
Mix the dough
In a standing mixer with a whisk attachment, combine the cake mix, egg, and ½ cup of unsalted butter. Beat the ingredients until a soft dough forms, ensuring all components are well incorporated.
Add sprinkles to the dough
Gently fold in 1 cup of Easter sprinkles into the dough, distributing them evenly throughout the mixture.
Shape the cookies
Using a small cookie scoop, portion out the dough and roll it into balls. Pour the remaining sprinkles into a bowl and coat each dough ball thoroughly in sprinkles.
Bake the cookies
Place the sprinkle-coated dough balls onto the prepared cookie sheets, leaving space between each. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
Cool the cookies
Remove the baked cookies from the oven and allow them to cool completely on the baking sheets.
Prepare the frosting
In a standing mixer, beat ½ cup of softened butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, heavy whipping cream, and a few drops of pink gel food coloring. Mix until the frosting is creamy and can hold a peak.
Assemble the whoopie pies
Pair the cooled cookies to make sandwiches. Pipe a generous amount of frosting onto the flat side of one cookie, then gently press the flat side of another cookie on top to create the whoopie pie.

Notes

For best results, ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before mixing.
You can customize the sprinkle colors to match any holiday or occasion.
Store whoopie pies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 whoopie pie
Calories: 350
Sugar: 30g
Sodium: 200mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 50mg