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Perfect Fourth of July Red Velvet Whoopie Pies Easy Homemade Recipe

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These red velvet whoopie pies feature moist, tender red velvet cakes with a smooth, tangy cream cheese filling, perfect for Fourth of July celebrations or any summer gathering.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons (15g) unsweetened cocoa powder (Dutch-process preferred)
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • ¾ cup (180ml) buttermilk (or regular milk with 1 tablespoon vinegar or lemon juice)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons red food coloring
  • 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened (for filling)
  • 2 cups (250g) powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for filling)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  2. In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar with a mixer until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Beat in the egg until fully incorporated.
  5. Stir in the buttermilk, vanilla extract, and red food coloring until smooth.
  6. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients with a spatula until just combined. Do not overmix.
  7. Using a 2-tablespoon cookie scoop or spoon, drop rounded dollops about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes until cakes spring back lightly when touched and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  9. Cool the cakes completely on wire racks before assembling.
  10. For the filling, beat the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy.
  11. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating until fluffy and spreadable.
  12. Pair cakes of similar size and spread or pipe about 2 tablespoons of cream cheese filling on the flat side of one cake, then sandwich with its partner.
  13. Press gently to spread filling evenly to the edges.
  14. Refrigerate assembled pies for at least 30 minutes before serving to let the filling set.

Notes

Use softened cream cheese and butter for a smooth filling. Avoid overmixing the batter to keep cakes tender. Chill assembled pies for at least 30 minutes before serving to firm up the filling. Substitute almond flour for gluten-free or dairy-free cream cheese for vegan adaptations. You can prepare filling while cakes bake to save time.

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Keywords: red velvet, whoopie pies, cream cheese filling, Fourth of July, easy dessert, summer dessert, patriotic dessert

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