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Banana Whoopie Pies

Banana Whoopie Pies! A fruity twist on a classic treat, these soft and fluffy cakes are filled with a luscious, creamy frosting. Perfect for banana enthusiasts and dessert lovers alike.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time14 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 3 dozen small whoopie pies
Author: The Kitchen Prep

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • ½ cup mashed banana
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt or sour cream
  • 8 tablespoons unsalted butter softened
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Filling

  • 8 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 cup marshmallow crème
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • cups confectioners sugar

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F degrees. Line a large baking pan with a silicone baking mat or parchment paper. Set aside.
  • In a medium bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  • In a small bowl, combine mashed banana and Greek yogurt until almost smooth. Set aside.
  • In the bowl of a stand mixer, cream butter, granulated sugar and  brown sugar until pale and fluffy. Add egg and vanilla extract, and mix to combine.
  • With the mixer on low speed, gradually add dry ingredients and banana-yogurt mixture, alternating between dry and wet until just combined.
  • With an ice cream scoop or piping bag fitted with a plain round tip, scoop or pipe batter into approximately 1½ inch rounds, leaving about 2 inches between each.
  • Bake for 12-14 minutes or until set and just beginning to brown around the edges. Remove from baking sheet and place on cooling rack until completely cool.

For Filling:

  • Combine butter, marshmallow fluff, vanilla extract, and confectioners' sugar in the bowl of a stand mixer. Beat until smooth.
  • Spread or pipe in the center of half the cakes. Top each with a like-sized cake, and squeeze gently until filling comes to edges.
  • Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Notes

Adapted from Martha Stewart and Epicurious