Banana Whoopie Pies
Whoopie pies are believed to have originated in the United States, particularly in the Amish and Pennsylvania Dutch communities.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 62 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 15.
Banana Whoopie Pies
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Mash the ripe bananas in a bowl and set aside.
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In a separate bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar.
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Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and mix well.
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In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk.
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Fold in the mashed bananas.
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Drop spoonfuls of the batter onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
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Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
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Remove from the oven and let cool completely.
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In a separate bowl, beat together the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
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Spread the cream cheese mixture onto the flat side of one whoopie pie and top with another whoopie pie.
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Repeat with the remaining whoopie pies.
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Optional: Decorate with whipped cream and sprinkles.
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Let the whoopie pies rest for 30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 280kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 14g22%
- Total Carbohydrate 37g13%
- Sugars 21g
- Protein 3g6%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
