Whoopie Pies
Whoopie pies are the ultimate dessert, combining soft, cake-like cookies with a creamy filling that melts in your mouth. Perfect for celebrations or cozy nights at home, these delightful treats are easy to make and can be customized to suit any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup confectioners’ sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until light and fluffy (3-5 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time and mix well; then stir in vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Scoop tablespoonfuls of batter onto prepared sheets about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until set; cool on sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Whip heavy cream with confectioners’ sugar until soft peaks form; fill between similar-sized cakes.
- Press gently to create that classic whoopie pie shape.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg