Pink Ladybug Whoopie Pies

Health score
31%
Pink Ladybug Whoopie Pies
100 min.
14
1286kcal

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Get ready to delight your taste buds and impress your friends with these adorable Pink Ladybug Whoopie Pies! Perfect for parties, picnics, or just a fun afternoon treat, these whimsical desserts are not only visually stunning but also incredibly delicious. With their soft, cake-like texture and creamy filling, they are sure to be a hit with both kids and adults alike.

Imagine a vibrant red whoopie pie, reminiscent of a ladybug, filled with a luscious marshmallow and cream cheese frosting that will make your mouth water. The playful design, complete with candy eyes and colorful chocolate spots, adds a touch of charm that makes these treats perfect for any occasion. Whether you're celebrating a birthday, hosting a baby shower, or simply looking to brighten someone's day, these Pink Ladybug Whoopie Pies are the ideal choice.

Not only are they fun to make, but they also offer a delightful combination of flavors and textures. The sweetness of the marshmallow creme pairs beautifully with the rich cream cheese, while the soft cake exterior provides the perfect contrast. Plus, with a total of 14 servings, there's plenty to share—or to keep all to yourself! So gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and let your creativity shine as you whip up these charming ladybug treats that are sure to bring smiles all around.

Ingredients

  • box vanilla cake donut holes 
  • tablespoons milk 
  • 0.3 cup vegetable oil 
  •  eggs 
  • drops food coloring red
  • 0.5 cup butter softened
  • oz marshmallow creme 
  • oz cream cheese softened
  • teaspoon vanilla 
  • 0.5 cup powdered sugar 
  • 0.7 oz decorating gel black
  • 0.7 oz decorating gel white
  • 28  beef rib steak 
  • 84  m&m candies mini

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • baking paper
  • oven
  • hand mixer

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F. Line 2 cookie sheets with cooking parchment paper. In large bowl, beat cake mix, milk, oil, eggs and food color with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds. Beat on medium speed 2 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally. Spray hands generously with cooking spray; roll dough into 28 (2-inch) balls. On cookie sheets, place balls 1 inch apart.
  2. Bake 9 to 11 minutes or until set. Cool 2 minutes; remove from cookie sheets to cooling racks. Cool completely, about 20 minutes.
  3. In medium bowl, beat butter, marshmallow creme, cream cheese and vanilla with electric mixer on medium speed until creamy. Beat in powdered sugar until smooth. For each whoopee pie, spread 1 heaping tablespoon filling on bottom of 1 cookie. Top with second cookie, bottom side down; gently press together. To decorate, use black gel to draw half circle at top of pie for ladybug face and wings at each side. Use white gel to attach candy eyes and attach 3 candies on each wing for ladybug spots. Store covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts

Calories1286kcal
Protein29.08%
Fat55.17%
Carbs15.75%

Properties

Glycemic Index
8.21
Glycemic Load
0.12
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
37.765217585732%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:1286.44kcal
64.32%
Fat:79.24g
121.91%
Saturated Fat:35.85g
224.09%
Carbohydrates:50.93g
16.98%
Net Carbohydrates:50.36g
18.31%
Sugar:32.57g
36.19%
Cholesterol:321.91mg
107.3%
Sodium:570.14mg
24.79%
Alcohol:0.1g
100%
Alcohol %:0.02%
100%
Protein:93.97g
187.93%
Selenium:115.91µg
165.59%
Zinc:23.48mg
156.53%
Vitamin B12:7.6µg
126.65%
Vitamin B3:23.03mg
115.14%
Vitamin B6:1.83mg
91.45%
Phosphorus:797.32mg
79.73%
Vitamin B2:1.21mg
70.98%
Iron:8.69mg
48.27%
Potassium:1255.55mg
35.87%
Vitamin B1:0.48mg
32.24%
Magnesium:100.68mg
25.17%
Copper:0.39mg
19.41%
Vitamin K:15.62µg
14.87%
Calcium:132.9mg
13.29%
Folate:42.97µg
10.74%
Vitamin A:377.38IU
7.55%
Vitamin E:0.93mg
6.2%
Vitamin D:0.61µg
4.09%
Manganese:0.08mg
3.94%
Vitamin B5:0.25mg
2.49%
Fiber:0.57g
2.27%