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Carrot Cake Whoopie Pies: Delight in This Easy Recipe!

Carrot Cake Whoopie Pies: Delight in This Easy Recipe! - Fitandhealthier made approachable with clear cues, pantry staples, and flexible swaps.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 cup grated carrots
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract filling

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  • In another bowl, mix the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and oil until combined.
  • Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the sugar mixture, beat until well-incorporated.
  • Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  • Fold in the grated carrots gently.
  • Scoop tablespoons of batter onto a lined baking sheet, spacing them about two inches apart.
  • Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are golden.
  • Let the cookies cool on the sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • While the cookies cool, prepare the cream cheese filling.
  • In a bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  • Scoop a generous tablespoon of cream cheese filling onto the flat side of a cookie, and top with another cookie to create a sandwich.
  • Repeat until all cookies are filled.
  • Serve immediately or refrigerate for a couple of hours for the flavors to meld.