Decadent Whoopie Pies with a Peanut Butter Twist

These delicious whoopie pies are a classic American treat with a delicious twist - peanut butter frosting sandwiched between two soft chocolate cookies. Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth and impressing your friends and family with your baking skills!

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup buttermilk
• 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 cups powdered sugar
• 2-3 tablespoons milk

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a separate large bowl, cream together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and softened butter until light and fluffy.
4. Add the egg and vanilla extract to the sugar mixture and beat until well combined.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients and buttermilk to the sugar mixture, alternating between the two until fully incorporated.
6. Drop tablespoons of batter onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each one.
7. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cookies are set. Let cool completely.
8. In a medium bowl, beat together the peanut butter, softened butter, powdered sugar, and milk until smooth and creamy.
9. Spread a generous amount of peanut butter frosting on the bottom of half of the cookies, then sandwich with the remaining cookies.
10. Enjoy your delicious whoopie pies with peanut butter frosting!

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