Description
Easter Whoopie Pies are a fun, festive treat that brings together the sweetness of vanilla cake, a creamy filling, and vibrant pastel sprinkles. Inspired by childhood memories of family gatherings, these fluffy, soft whoopie pies are perfect for any holiday celebration, and their colorful look will brighten any table.
Ingredients
For the Whoopie Pies:
- 1 box French vanilla cake mix
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup unsalted sweet cream butter
- 3 cups Easter sprinkles
For the Vanilla Frosting:
- ½ cup unsalted sweet cream butter, softened
- 2 ½ cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
- Pink gel food coloring
Instructions
Preparing the Dough:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a stand mixer, combine the cake mix, egg, and butter until a soft dough forms.
- Mix in 1 cup of sprinkles for added color and crunch.
Baking the Whoopie Pies:
- Scoop out dough with a small cookie scoop and roll into balls.
- Coat each dough ball in the remaining sprinkles and place them on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, then allow to cool completely.
Making the Frosting:
- Beat butter, powdered sugar, vanilla, heavy cream, and a few drops of pink gel food coloring until creamy and fluffy.
Assembling the Whoopie Pies:
- Scoop frosting into a piping bag with a star tip for an elegant look.
- Pipe frosting onto the flat side of one whoopie pie and top with another, pressing gently to form a sandwich.
Serve and Enjoy!
- Let the pies set for a few minutes before serving these festive Easter treats.
Notes
- Chill the Dough: If the dough is sticky, refrigerate it for 15–20 minutes to make it easier to roll.
- Don’t Overbake: Whoopie pies should remain soft, so bake until the edges are set but the cookies are still tender.
- Pipe the Frosting: For a bakery-style look, use a piping bag with a star tip to add the frosting elegantly.
- Roll in Sprinkles: Roll the edges in sprinkles just before serving for a fresh, colorful finish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10–12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American (Holiday, Easter)