Whoopie Pies with Mint Filling and Chocolate Ganache

Whoopie pies are believed to have originated in the United States, particularly in the Amish and Pennsylvania Dutch communities.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 102 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 19.

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Whoopie Pies with Mint Filling and Chocolate Ganache

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Anytime, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 12 min Rest Time 60 min Total Time 1 hr 42 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 3600

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup For the cookies:
• 2 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoon Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 Egg
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup Buttermilk
• 0.5 cup For the mint filling:
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, softened
• 2 cup Powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoon Milk
• 1 teaspoon Peppermint extract
• 2 drop Green food coloring (optional)
• 0.5 cup For the chocolate ganache:
• 1 cup Semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 0.5 cup Heavy cream

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 soda, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and 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 buttermilk. Mix until just combined.
5. Drop rounded tablespoons of batter onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
6. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the cookies are set. Remove from the oven and let cool completely.
7. To make the mint filling, beat together the butter, powdered sugar, milk, peppermint extract, and green food coloring (if using) until smooth and creamy.
8. Spread a dollop of mint filling on the flat side of half of the cookies. Top with the remaining cookies to create sandwiches.
9. To make the chocolate ganache, heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan over medium heat until it begins to simmer. Remove from heat and pour over the chocolate chips. Let sit for 1-2 minutes, then stir until smooth.
10. Dip each whoopie pie sandwich into the chocolate ganache, allowing any excess to drip off. Place on a wire rack to set.
11. Let the whoopie pies rest for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
12. Enjoy your delicious Whoopie Pies with Mint Filling and Chocolate Ganache!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 300kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 25g

Protein 3g6%

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