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Creamy Green Velvet Whoopie Pies

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These creamy green velvet whoopie pies are a delightful twist on a classic dessert, featuring a soft, cake-like texture with a luscious cream cheese filling and a vibrant green color.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups (320 grams) all-purpose flour, sifted
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup (113 grams) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 ¾ cups (350 grams) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup (240 ml) buttermilk, room temperature (or milk + 1 tbsp vinegar as substitute)
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon green food coloring (gel) or 1 tablespoon matcha powder
  • 8 oz (226 grams) cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup (113 grams) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 cups (360 grams) powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons heavy cream (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  2. In a large bowl, sift together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. Using an electric mixer, beat softened butter and granulated sugar on medium-high speed until fluffy and pale, about 3 to 4 minutes.
  4. Beat in eggs one at a time, fully incorporating each before adding the next. Scrape down sides as needed.
  5. In a separate cup, mix buttermilk, white vinegar, vanilla extract, and green food coloring or matcha powder. Slowly pour into butter mixture while beating on low speed.
  6. Gradually add sifted dry ingredients to wet mixture, mixing on low speed just until combined. Avoid overmixing.
  7. Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to drop rounded spoonfuls (about 2 tablespoons or 30 grams each) onto prepared baking sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake for 12–14 minutes or until tops spring back lightly and a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Start checking at 12 minutes.
  9. Let whoopie pies cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
  10. For the filling, beat cream cheese and softened butter until smooth and creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar and beat on medium speed.
  11. Add vanilla extract and heavy cream to reach desired fluffiness. Beat until light and spreadable.
  12. Pair similar-sized cake rounds. Spread or pipe about 2 tablespoons of filling onto the flat side of one cake, then sandwich with the other. Press gently to spread filling evenly.
  13. Refrigerate assembled whoopie pies for at least 30 minutes before serving to set the filling.

Notes

Do not overmix the batter to avoid tough whoopie pies. Use room temperature eggs and butter for smooth blending. Sift dry ingredients to prevent lumps. Chill assembled pies for best texture and flavor. Parchment paper or silicone mats prevent sticking and ease cleanup.

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