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Orange Velvet Whoopie Pie Bites

Delicious bite-sized treats blending rich cocoa and zesty orange flavors, perfect for gatherings and special occasions.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 14 pieces
Course: Baking, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 3570
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the cakes
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled High-quality flour is recommended.
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp fine sea salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1 large egg, at room temperature
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup buttermilk, at room temperature Can be substituted with milk + vinegar.
  • 1 tbsp orange food coloring gel
  • 1 tsp white vinegar
For the filling
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened Can be substituted with vegan cream cheese.
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened Use margarine for a dairy-free option.
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp orange zest For a refreshing flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and brown sugar on medium speed for 2-3 minutes until light and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together the orange food coloring gel and vinegar into the buttermilk.
  5. With the mixer on low speed, gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture in three additions, alternating with the orange buttermilk.
Baking
  1. Transfer the batter to a piping bag and pipe 28 mounds about 1 1/2 inches wide onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart.
  2. Bake for 10-12 minutes. The cakes should spring back lightly when touched. Allow cooling on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Filling and Assembly
  1. Beat together the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing well, and finally mix in the vanilla and orange zest.
  2. Once the cakes are completely cooled, spread or pipe about 2 tablespoons of filling onto the flat side of one cake and top with a second cake.
Serving and Storage
  1. Serve the whoopie pies at room temperature or chilled in the refrigerator.
  2. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Notes

Avoid overmixing the batter and ensure proper piping technique to prevent misshapen pies. Let cakes cool for at least 30 minutes before assembling.