Is whoopie pie a cake or cookie?

It’s a little of both—soft like cake but shaped like a cookie sandwich.

Are whoopie pies American?

Yes! They originated in American Amish communities.

Maine is famously home to the world’s largest whoopie pie and even hosts an annual festival.

Legend says kids would shout “Whoopie!” when they found them in lunchboxes, hence the name.

Festive, soft, and delicious whoopie pies made with cake mix and patriotic colors – perfect for your 4th of July celebration!

Scale

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, mix cake mix, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract until a dough forms.
Divide dough evenly into two bowls. Color one with red food coloring, and the other with blue.
Scoop small rounds of each color onto the baking sheet, spacing them well apart.
Bake for 8-10 minutes until edges are set. Let cool completely.
For the filling, beat powdered sugar, softened butter, vanilla extract, and milk/heavy cream until fluffy.
Spread or pipe filling on the flat side of one cookie and sandwich with another.
Serve immediately or chill slightly for firmer texture.

You can roll the edges in sprinkles for extra flair. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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