Carrot Cake Whoopie Pies (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Cookies
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1¼ cups all-purpose flour
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½ cup quick oats
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¾ teaspoon baking soda
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1¼ teaspoons cinnamon
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¼ teaspoon ground ginger
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⅛ teaspoon nutmeg
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¼ teaspoon salt
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½ cup butter, softened
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½ cup sugar
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½ cup packed brown sugar
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1 large egg
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1¼ cups finely grated carrots
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¾ cup chopped walnuts
→ Cream Cheese Filling
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4 oz cream cheese, softened
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6 tablespoons butter, softened
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Pinch of salt
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½ teaspoon vanilla extract
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1½ cups powdered sugar
# Instructions:
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In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, oats, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg and salt. Set aside.
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Using an electric or stand mixer, beat butter with white and brown sugars until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add egg and vanilla extract and continue beating until well incorporated.
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Add half the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix on low until mostly combined. Add remaining dry ingredients and increase speed to medium, beating until fully incorporated.
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Gently fold in grated carrots and chopped walnuts until evenly distributed. Chill dough for 1 hour to firm up.
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
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Drop 2-tablespoon portions of chilled dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
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Bake for 12-13 minutes, until centers are set and edges are lightly golden. Cool on the pan for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
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In a medium bowl, beat together cream cheese, butter, salt and vanilla until light and fluffy. Gradually add powdered sugar and beat until smooth and creamy. Transfer the filling to a pastry bag or a ziplock bag with the corner cut off.
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Once cookies have completely cooled, pipe a generous amount of cream cheese filling onto the flat side of one cookie, then gently press another cookie on top to create a sandwich.
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Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
# Notes:
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These whoopie pies combine the classic flavor of carrot cake with a creamy cheese filling for a portable dessert that's perfect for any occasion.
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Allow refrigerated whoopie pies to come to room temperature for about 15 minutes before serving for the best flavor and texture.