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Valentine’s Red Velvet Whoopie Pies

Valentine’s Red Velvet Whoopie Pies

Valentine’s Red Velvet Whoopie Pies are moist, tender mini cakes with a classic red velvet flavor and a creamy, tangy cream cheese filling. Perfectly balanced with subtle cocoa and vibrant red color, these adorable treats are ideal for gifting, special occasions, or a delightful dessert that melts in your mouth.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 12 whoopie pies 1x

Ingredients

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Cake Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons red food coloring

Filling Ingredients

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt to ensure even distribution of the leavening agents for a consistent rise.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugar: Using an electric mixer, beat the softened unsalted butter and sugar until light and fluffy to create a tender crumb in the cakes.
  3. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Mix in the eggs one at a time, then add the vanilla extract, incorporating air into the batter and enhancing flavor.
  4. Alternate Dry Ingredients and Buttermilk: Add the dry mixture and buttermilk alternately, starting and ending with dry ingredients. Mix gently to avoid overworking the batter.
  5. Add Red Food Coloring: Gradually blend in the red food coloring until the batter reaches the vibrant red hue characteristic of red velvet.
  6. Bake the Cakes: Spoon the batter onto a parchment-lined baking sheet in evenly spaced rounds. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 12–15 minutes, until the tops spring back lightly to the touch.
  7. Make the Filling: Beat softened cream cheese and unsalted butter together until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth, fluffy, and well combined.
  8. Assemble the Whoopie Pies: Once the cakes are completely cool, spread a generous dollop of filling on one cake and sandwich it with another. Press gently to even out the filling.

Notes

  • Use room temperature eggs and butter to help ingredients blend smoothly.
  • Do not overmix the batter to keep the cakes light and fluffy.
  • Use a cookie scoop for consistent sizing and uniform baking.
  • Chill the cream cheese filling before spreading for easier application.
  • Store assembled whoopie pies covered in the refrigerator to maintain freshness.
  • Author: Lina
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 whoopie pie
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 30g
  • Sodium: 210mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 55mg

Keywords: red velvet, whoopie pies, cream cheese filling, Valentine’s Day dessert, soft cakes, sweet treat