Root Beer Float Whoopie Pies

Whoopie pies originated in the United States and are often considered a classic American dessert. The addition of root beer flavor adds a unique twist to this traditional treat.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 60 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 13.

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Root Beer Float Whoopie Pies

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Baked Goods, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 10 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr

Servings: 12 Calories: 3840

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup All-Purpose Flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₂ cup Unsalted Butter
• 1 cup Granulated Sugar
• 1 Egg
• 2 teaspoon Root Beer Extract
• ¹⁄₂ cup Milk
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• 1 cup Heavy Cream
• ¹⁄₄ cup Powdered Sugar
• ¹⁄₄ cup Root Beer
• 12 scoop Vanilla Ice Cream

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a separate large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in the egg, root beer extract, milk, and vanilla extract until well combined.
5. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined.
6. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
7. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
8. Allow the cookies to cool completely on a wire rack.
9. In a chilled mixing bowl, beat the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and root beer until stiff peaks form.
10. To assemble, spread a generous amount of the root beer whipped cream onto the flat side of one cookie.
11. Top with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and sandwich with another cookie.
12. Repeat with the remaining cookies.
13. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 320kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 14g22%

Total Carbohydrate 46g16%

Sugars 32g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.