Gingerbread Lemon Whoopie Pies
Whoopie pies are a traditional American dessert believed to have originated in the Amish community of Pennsylvania.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 55 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 15.
Gingerbread Lemon Whoopie Pies
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, ground cloves, and salt.
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In a separate large bowl, cream together the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
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Beat in the molasses, egg, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until well combined.
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Drop rounded tablespoons of the dough onto a lined baking sheet.
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Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are set.
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Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
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In a small bowl, beat together the powdered sugar, cream cheese, and vanilla extract until smooth.
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Spread a dollop of the cream cheese filling onto the flat side of one cookie and sandwich with another cookie.
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Repeat with the remaining cookies.
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Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 280kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 11g17%
- Total Carbohydrate 45g15%
- Sugars 30g
- Protein 2g4%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
