Classic Whoopie Pies Recipe

Indulge in these classic whoopie pies, a beloved American dessert. Soft and moist chocolate cake-like cookies sandwich a sweet creamy filling. This recipe is simple to make and will satisfy any sweet tooth. Perfect for parties, bake sales, or just a special treat for yourself.

Ingredients

• For the cookies:
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup buttermilk
• For the filling:
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 tablespoons marshmallow cream
• 3 tablespoons milk

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a separate large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
5. Alternate adding the dry ingredients and buttermilk to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
6. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the tops spring back when lightly touched.
8. Remove from the oven and cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. To make the filling, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until smooth.
10. Add in the vanilla extract, marshmallow cream, and milk. Beat until creamy and well combined.
11. Once the cookies are completely cooled, spread a generous amount of filling onto the flat side of one cookie and sandwich with another cookie. Repeat for all cookies.
12. Serve the whoopie pies immediately, or refrigerate for 1-2 hours to allow the filling to set.
13. Enjoy these delicious whoopie pies with a glass of cold milk!

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