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Halloween Whoopie Pies

Halloween Whoopie Pies
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Halloween Whoopie Pies are soft, cake-like chocolate cookies sandwiched with a luscious, creamy filling colored in festive Halloween hues. Perfectly chewy with a rich flavor and customizable to suit different diets and tastes, these bite-sized treats are ideal for parties, family gatherings, or fun seasonal baking projects. Featuring spooky colors and seasonal spices, they bring festive charm and cozy fall flavors to your Halloween celebrations.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1/2 cup Cocoa Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Pumpkin Pie Spice or Cinnamon
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup Butter, softened
  • 2 Eggs
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • Optional: Canned Pumpkin (for pumpkin spice variation)

Filling

  • 8 oz Cream Cheese or 1 cup Heavy Cream
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar (for sweetness, quantity adjustable)
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • Food Coloring (Orange, Green, Purple) as desired
  • Optional: Peanut Butter (for peanut butter filling variation)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Batter: Whisk together dry ingredients — all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and pumpkin pie spice or cinnamon — in a bowl. In a separate large bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Gradually alternate adding the dry ingredients mixture and any liquids such as vanilla extract or canned pumpkin, mixing just until combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the batter tender.
  2. Bake the Cookies: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper. Using a spoon or piping bag, drop the batter in evenly sized dollops onto the sheets. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the cookies spring back when lightly touched. Remove from oven and allow cookies to cool completely on wire racks before filling.
  3. Prepare the Filling: Beat together cream cheese or heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and fluffy. If using heavy cream, whip until stiff peaks form before folding in sugar and vanilla. Add desired food coloring to create festive Halloween colors. Optionally, incorporate peanut butter or peppermint extract for flavor variations. Chill the filling briefly to firm up for easier spreading.
  4. Assemble the Whoopie Pies: Pair cookies by size. Spread or pipe a generous dollop of filling onto one cookie and sandwich with its partner. Gently press together to seal. For added fun, roll edges in sprinkles or crushed candy. Keep assembled pies chilled until ready to serve.

Notes

  • Use a cookie scoop to ensure uniform size for even baking.
  • Mix the batter only until just combined to maintain a tender, light texture.
  • Allow cookies to cool completely before assembly to prevent filling from melting.
  • Line baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and simplify cleanup.
  • Add food coloring to the filling after whipping to easily control intensity and achieve vibrant colors.
  • These pies can be customized with different fillings like marshmallow fluff, buttercream, or flavored extracts.
  • For gluten-free versions, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free baking blend.
  • Store leftover pies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Freeze assembled whoopie pies individually on a tray before transferring to freezer bags for up to 2 months.
  • Thaw frozen pies overnight in the refrigerator and bring to room temperature before serving.

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