Description
Blueberry Lemon Whoopie Pies are the perfect spring and summer treat, combining soft, cake-like cookies with a luscious lemon cream cheese filling and an abundance of fresh blueberries. These delightful desserts not only offer a refreshing burst of flavor but are also incredibly easy to make, making them suitable for bakers of all skill levels. Whether you’re hosting a picnic, attending a gathering, or simply indulging at home, these whoopie pies promise to be a hit with everyone. Their creamy filling and bright flavors create an irresistible combination that you’ll want to enjoy again and again.
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cups flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons lemon zest
- 1/4 cup buttermilk
- 1 1/2 cups blueberries
- 1/2 cup cream cheese (softened)
- 3 cups confectioners' sugar
- 1 tablespoon sugar (for filling)
- Pinch of kosher salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a stand mixer, beat softened butter and sugar until smooth; add egg, vanilla extract, and lemon zest.
- Gradually mix in dry ingredients alternately with buttermilk; gently fold in blueberries.
- Scoop about two tablespoons of batter per cookie onto prepared sheets; bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden.
- While cooling, prepare the filling by mixing softened butter, cream cheese, sugar, lemon zest, vanilla extract, and confectioners' sugar until smooth.
- Assemble by spreading the filling between two cookies.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 whoopie pie (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Use fresh blueberries for the best flavor. Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for optimal mixing. Allow cookies to cool completely before adding filling to prevent melting.