Meyer Lemon Whoopie Pies
Whoopie pies are a traditional American dessert believed to have originated in Pennsylvania Dutch country.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 72 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 18.
Meyer Lemon Whoopie Pies
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
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In a large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
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Gradually mix in the dry ingredients, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients.
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Drop rounded tablespoons of batter onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
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Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cookies are set and lightly golden around the edges. Allow the cookies to cool completely on the baking sheets.
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For the filling, beat together the cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add in the powdered sugar, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract, beating until creamy.
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Spread a generous amount of filling onto the flat side of half of the cookies. Top with the remaining cookies to create sandwiches.
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Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the filling to firm up. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 280kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 15g24%
- Total Carbohydrate 35g12%
- Sugars 25g
- 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.
