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Very Yummy Whoopie Pies

Very Yummy Whoopie Pies recipe

Whoopie pies are a classic American dessert believed to have originated in Pennsylvania Dutch country. They are often referred to as a cross between a cake and a cookie.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 60 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 13.

Cooking Method
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Difficulty Intermediate
Time
Prep Time: 20 min Cook Time: 10 min Rest Time: 30 min Total Time: 1 hr
Servings 12
Calories 4200
Best Season Suitable throughout the year
Ingredients
  • 2 cup All-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon Baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup Granulated sugar
  • 1 Egg
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup Milk
  • 1/2 cup Marshmallow creme
  • 1 cup Powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup Butter, softened
  • 1/2 teaspoon Vanilla extract
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a separate large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined.
  5. Drop spoonfuls of batter onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the tops spring back when lightly touched.
  6. Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  7. In a small bowl, combine the marshmallow creme, powdered sugar, softened butter, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
  8. Spread a dollop of the filling onto the flat side of one cookie and sandwich it with another cookie.
  9. Repeat with the remaining cookies and filling. Let the whoopie pies rest for 30 minutes before serving.
  10. Enjoy these very yummy whoopie pies!
Nutrition Facts

Servings 12


Amount Per Serving
Calories 350kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 18g28%
Total Carbohydrate 45g15%
Sugars 30g
Protein 4g8%

* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.