Key Lime Whoopie Pies

1 box yellow cake mix (or vanilla)

1 cup graham cracker crumbs

1/2 cup canola oil

1/2 cup water

3 eggs

1 (8 oz) block cream cheese, room temperature

4 cups powdered sugar

1 Tbsp Lime Zest (about 2 limes)

3 Tbsp Key Lime Juice (about 2 limes)

*optional ~ graham cracker crumbs for garnish

1. Preheat oven to 350°

2. Line baking sheet with parchment paper.

3. In mixing bowl combine cake mix, graham crumbs, oil, water and eggs. Stir to combine and then

beat on medium high for 1 minute.

4. Drop batter (approx 2 Tbsp) onto lined baking sheet, 2 inches apart.

5. Bake 9-11 minutes until set and edges are lightly golden. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

6. For filling combine cream cheese, powdered sugar, zest and lime juice in bowl of stand mixer. Mix

on low until ingredients combine, Turn mixer up to medium and beat for 1 1/2-2 minutes until

smooth and creamy.   You can also cheat---- I just added lime zest and juice into 2 cans of whipped cream cheese store frosting.   There was PLENTY.

7. Fill whoopie pies with about 2 Tbsp of filling.

8. Garnish edges with graham cracker crumbs if desired.

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These were easy and very refreshing-- summer friendly!