Red Velvet Whoopie Pie Sandwich Cookies Recipe (2024)

These Red Velvet Whoopie Pie Sandwich Cookies are so easy to make and are perfect for Valentine's Day. They have the best flavor and texture, and require hardly any work. You will love these simple cookies.

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Valentine’s Day holiday season is coming up and our Red Velvet Whoopie Pie Sandwich Cookies is the perfect dessert recipe to make and enjoy with the perfect red velvet cookies paired with a delicious homemade cream cheese frosting.

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The best thing about this recipe is that since you use a red velvet cake mix, not only do you not have to mess with red food coloring, but you will get great cakey cookies still with that beautiful red color.

So, if you love soft cookies with delicious cream cheese frosting, this red velvet recipe is the great recipe you need!

For more whoopie pie recipes, give these a try:

  • Zucchini Whoopie Pie Cookies Recipes
  • Soft Pumpkin Spice Sandwich Cookie Recipe (Whoopie Pie)
  • Grasshopper Sandwich Cookies Recipe
  • Simple Moon Pies Recipe (aka Whoopie Pies)

Ingredients used to make Red Velvet Whoopie Pie Sandwich Cookies:

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Cookies

  • 15.25ouncescake mixRed Velvet
  • 2eggslightly beaten
  • ½cupvegetable oil

Frosting

  • 8ouncescream cheesesoftened
  • ¼cupbuttersoftened
  • 2teaspoonsmilk
  • 1teaspoonvanilla
  • 3 cups powdered sugar more or less for consistency

How to make Red Velvet Whoopie Pie Sandwich Cookies:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
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  • Mix together the dry ingredients of the cake mix with eggs, and oil in a large mixing bowl (no eclectic mixer needed). Roll the dough into balls the size of walnuts. Place 2 inches apart on ungreasedcookie sheets.
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  • Bake in the preheated oven until the tops start to crack, about 8 minutes. Cool in the pans for 10-12 minutes before removing to cool completely on a wire rack.
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  • In a large bowl combine cream cheese, butter, milk, and vanilla. Add the powdered sugar 1 cup at a time, mixing well with each addition. If the consistency is too stiff, add more milk.
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  • Spread a generous amount of icing on the bottom of a cookie with a piping bag, then sandwich it with another cookie, pressing firmly so that the icing comes all the way out to the edge. Repeat with the remaining cookies.
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Note for making the best red velvet sandwich cookies:

  1. Use a cookie scoop to keep the cookie size and shape consistent which makes it easier to make this red velvet whoopie pies recipe.
  2. Want to make these cookies even yummier? I added 1/2 cup of sweetened flaked coconut to my frosting the second time I made them and it was so good. If you love coconut, I highly recommend it!

How to store these chewy cookies:

After the cookies have cooled down to room temperature and have built the cookie sandwiches, place them in an airtight container and use them within 3-4 days.

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Serves: 15

Red Velvet Whoopie Pie Sandwich Cookies Recipe

These Red Velvet Whoopie Pie Sandwich Cookies are so easy to make and are perfect for Valentine's Day. They have the best flavor and texture, and require hardly any work.

Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

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Ingredients

Cookies

  • 15.25 ounces cake mix Red Velvet
  • 2 eggs lightly beaten
  • ½ cup vegetable oil

Frosting

  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
  • ¼ cup butter softened
  • 2 teaspoons milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 3 cups powdered sugar more or less for consistency

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.

  • Mix together the cake mix, eggs, and oil in a large bowl. Roll the dough into balls the size of walnuts. Place 2 inches apart on ungreased baking sheets.

  • Bake in the preheated oven until the tops start to crack, about 8 minutes. Cool in the pans for 10 minutes before removing to cool completely on a wire rack.

  • In a large bowl combine cream cheese, butter, milk, and vanilla. Add the powdered sugar 1 cup at a time, mixing well with each addition. If consistency is too stiff, add more milk.

  • Spread a generous amount of icing on the bottom of a cookie, sandwich it with another cookie, pressing firmly so that the icing comes all the way out to the edge. Repeat with the remaining cookies.

Notes

Want to make these cookies even yummier? I added 1/2 cup sweetened flaked coconut to my frosting the second time I made them and it was so good. If you love coconut, I highly recommend it!

Nutrition

Calories: 368 kcal · Carbohydrates: 46 g · Protein: 3 g · Fat: 21 g · Saturated Fat: 12 g · Trans Fat: 1 g · Cholesterol: 47 mg · Sodium: 322 mg · Potassium: 127 mg · Fiber: 1 g · Sugar: 35 g · Vitamin A: 331 IU · Calcium: 63 mg · Iron: 1 mg

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl

  • Baking Sheet

Recipe Details

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

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  1. lifeofsimone says:

    They look delicious!

  2. SSS says:

    Ha, I used y'all's original cake box cookie recipe and have made a ton of different varieties of cookies with it, including RV whoopie pies! They are always a hit!

  3. Sandra says:

    Hi,
    I don't see the bourbon in the ingredient list, but it is mentioned in the directions. Can't wait to make these!

  4. augcott says:

    :-D
    As I kid, I couldn't eat enough Whoopie Pies!!!!
    And these look and sound delicious!

  5. Six Sisters says:

    Hi Sandra! I didn't mean to type bourbon . . . ha ha! I have heard that 1 T of bourbon tastes amazing in cake mix cookies, but I have never tried it. :) Let me know if you do and if you like it!

  6. Lori says:

    These look so delicious!!!

  7. Shannah @ Just Us Four says:

    These look so yummy!

  8. Alison @ Oopsey Daisy says:

    I can't believe I've never made whoopie pies before!! These red velvet ones look SO good! Thanks for sharing at oopsey daisy!

  9. gurrrlfrand32 says:

    Do these have to be put in the fridge due to the cream cheese frosting?

  10. AB says:

    I made these last week and they were sooo yummy! The two comments I'd make: (1) the filling didn't turn out as thick as I thought it would. It wasn't actually runny, but it was somewhat runny and I had to put the whoopee pies in the fridge after I sandwiched them so the filling wouldn't ooze out the sides. I'm in Texas, so the humidity may have had something to do with that, I don't know. (2) The next time I make these, I think I'll cut the filling recipe by 1/3 or so because I had a ton left over.

    But yes, these were so good and were a big hit!!

  11. Joyce Cunningham says:

    I truly relish whilst I go through your blogs and articles

  12. Unknown says:

    These are awesome!! Thanks so much for posting this!

  13. Rebekah says:

    Stopping by from Katherine's Corner Blog hop. These look yum!

  14. Natasha SerenityYou says:

    These look divine!!

  15. Lisa Duty says:

    My son and I just finished making your red velvet whoopie pie cookies for his class for red ribbon week! They are amazing and so easy to make! Thanks for posting. May just be our new favorite cookie! Will defiantly be making these again!!!!

  16. Shirley says:

    Have made these on several occasions they are just wonderful. My problem is once they come out of the oven they fall flat, how do I get them not to fall flat?

  17. Cyd says:

    Hi Shirley,This recipe is very similar to our Homemade Oreo Cookies. They both use a cake mix. With the oreos, you add 2 eggs and 3/4 cups shortening to the cake mix. Where the red velvet cookies call for 1/2 cup veg oil. I'm sorry they are going flat. Do they looker thinner than our cookies in the picture? Only mix until combined. Try no extra mixing. I'm just trying to pull out all of the tricks I know for flat cookies. :)

  18. Hadley Smith says:

    I loved these! They’re very easy and fun to make. One thing I would say is that the cream cheese frosting doesn’t need 3 cups of sugar. I added 1.5 cups of sugar so it wouldn’t overpower the cream cheese and it was delicious. Overall great recipe and I would try again😋

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Red Velvet Whoopie Pie Sandwich Cookies Recipe (2024)

FAQs

What is the best topping for red velvet cookies? ›

Cream Cheese Frosting – A silky, tangy cream cheese frosting is the perfect compliment to these cookies. They taste exactly like classic red velvet cake in cookie form!

What is the filling made of in whoopie pies? ›

My Classic Whoopie Pies feature fluffy, moist cocoa cakes sandwiched together with a creamy marshmallow fluff filling. Quick and easy chocolaty dessert recipe that everyone will love.

What is the difference between a whoopie pie and a gob cake? ›

There is no difference between a Gob and a Whoopie Pie, different regions simply refer to them by different names. In fact, several different states claim that the Whoopie Pie originated from them (both Maine and Pennsylvania make strong cases, and as a PA resident guess who I'm siding with).

Are whoopie pies only a Maine thing? ›

Regardless of its exact origins, the whoopie pie quickly became a popular dessert throughout the Northeast, especially in states like Maine, Pennsylvania, and Massachusetts. They were sold in bakeries, diners, and even gas stations, and they quickly became a staple at school bake sales and church picnics.

What Flavour compliments red velvet? ›

Some delicious flavor combinations for red velvet cake include: Raspberry buttercream. Chocolate ganache. Cream cheese and lemon.

What makes red velvet taste good? ›

It contains cocoa but not the same quantity as traditional chocolate cake, resulting in a more subtle cocoa flavor and tanginess due to the buttermilk and vinegar. Its uniqueness is a harmonious blend that sets it apart from other cakes.

What is the difference between Maine and Pennsylvania whoopie pies? ›

Experts agree that the biggest difference between a Maine whoopie pie and a Pennsylvania gob is the use of commercial marshmallow Fluff in the Maine version, versus homemade marshmallow fluff in the Amish version.

Did Amish Bakery use breast milk in whoopie pies? ›

Upon further investigation, however, it was discovered that the bakery's whoopie pies – either a cookie pie or cake – were made with human breast milk. While the white fatty liquid from an Amish princess psychologically trapped in the 1800s may be unappetizing, it is unlikely to pose a danger to consumers.

What are whoopie pies called in Pennsylvania? ›

The whoopie pie, alternatively called a black moon, gob (Pittsburgh area), black-and-white, bob, or BFO (for Big Fat Oreo), is an American baked confection that may be considered either a cookie, pie, sandwich, or cake.

Can you use a muffin pan for whoopie pies? ›

You can use either pan for whoopie pies and/or muffin tops. It can also be used for eggs (to fit English muffins) and cookies. I'm sure there are other things you can use it for also. Hope this helps.

What state is known for whoopie pies? ›

In 2011, the Maine State Legislature designated the whoopie pie as Maine's official state treat. This confection traditionally consists of two chocolate cake-like rounds surrounding a white cream filling. The popular treat is reported to have been baked in Maine since 1925.

What is a nickname for a whoopie pie? ›

It's commonly believed that this tasty treat, also known as gobs, moon pies, and black-and-whites, developed out of an Amish recipe. The story goes that Amish cooks in colonial America would use leftover batter from making cakes to make these small handheld cake sandwiches.

Are whoopie pies and moon pies the same thing? ›

Whoopie Pie vs Moon Pie - Let's start by clearing up a common misperception: Whoopie Pies are not the same thing as a Moon Pie. A traditional moon pie has marshmallow filling sandwiched between graham cracker cookies, and then dipped in chocolate. Sounds good...but it's definitely not a Whoopie!

What is Oregon pie? ›

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Oregon-grown berry blend boasts vine-ripened blueberries, blackberries, strawberries, and our famous marionberries for a rich, earthy flavor in an all-butter crust.

Where is the birthplace of the whoopie pie? ›

Described as a “New England phenomenon and a Pennsylvania Amish tradition,” whoopie pie historians have decided that it has its origins in the heart of Pennsylvania Dutch country (think Lancaster County).

What toppings go well with red velvet cake? ›

This natural red colour was due to the chemical reaction between non-dutched cocoa powder and the acidic ingredients (white vinegar and buttermilk). Red velvet cake is often paired with cream cheese frosting (which I have done for this cake) or ermine frosting.

What is the best topping in cookie run? ›

Generally, you would only use 4 of these toppings: Searing Raspberries (which boosts your cookie's attack stat), Swift Choco (decreases skill cooldown, which is useful for cookies with significantly longer cooldowns than usual), Solid Almond (boosts DMG resist, which is better than boosting defense or hp stats) and ...

What flavors make up red velvet? ›

Red velvet cake is a Southern American delight that blends a vanilla cake with a striking red hue from food coloring, mixed with several tablespoons of cocoa powder. Its cake batter gets a tangy kick from buttermilk and white vinegar, perfectly offsetting the sweetness of the classic cream butter-cheese frosting.

What makes red velvet different from chocolate? ›

Chocolate cake is flavored with cocoa powder, chocolate chips, or melted chocolate. On the other hand, though red velvet cake has cocoa powder that gives it a slightly chocolatey flavor, the buttermilk and vinegar add a tart edge making it different between the two.

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