Whoopie Pie
Continuing with the theme of sandwiched desserts, we have the whoopie pie for our next contender. The idea of using two pieces of soft cake to squish down a cream-filled center was some messy brilliance for whoever came up with it. The whoopie pie's versatility and portability makes it solid competition for the cupcake.
Joyce Bakeshop in Prospect Heights is famous for its whoopies, and is worth a visit if you want to try out this trend for yourself.
Joyce Bakeshop, 646 Vanderbilt Ave, Brooklyn
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