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Easy Banana Whoopie Pies Recipe

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Description

Whoopie pies are a classic American dessert that originated in the Amish community. They consist of two cake-like cookies with a creamy filling in the middle. This easy banana whoopie pies recipe puts a twist on the traditional recipe by adding mashed ripe bananas into the batter. The result is a moist and flavorful cookie that pairs perfectly with the sweet cream cheese filling.

Prep Time

The prep time for this recipe is approximately 20 minutes.

Cook Time

The cook time for this recipe is approximately 10-12 minutes per batch.

Ingredients

For the cookies:
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 ripe banana, mashed
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup milk
For the filling:
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Cooling rack
  • Piping bag or spoon

Method

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper. 2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. 3. Beat in egg and vanilla extract until well combined. 4. Mix in mashed banana. 5. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. 6. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture, alternating with milk, until just combined. 7. Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop batter onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. 8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. 9. Remove from oven and let cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack to cool completely. 10. To make the filling, beat cream cheese and butter together until smooth. 11. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating until well combined. 12. Once cookies are completely cooled, pipe or spoon filling onto the flat side of one cookie and sandwich with another cookie.

Notes

For best results, use ripe bananas that are slightly brown and speckled. This will give the cookies a stronger banana flavor and a softer texture.

Nutrition Info

Each whoopie pie contains approximately:
  • Calories: 283
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Cholesterol: 46mg
  • Sodium: 192mg
  • Carbohydrates: 42g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Sugar: 30g
  • Protein: 2g

Recipes FAQ

Can I use a different type of fruit?

Yes, you can substitute the banana with another mashed fruit of your choice, such as pumpkin or applesauce.

Can I freeze the whoopie pies?

Yes, you can freeze the whoopie pies both before and after filling them. Wrap them tightly in plastic wrap and store in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 2 months.

Recipe Tips

  • Make sure to cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy to ensure a tender cookie.
  • If you don't have a piping bag, you can use a spoon to spread the filling onto the cookies.
  • For a fun twist, you can add chocolate chips or chopped nuts to the cookie batter.

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