Indulge in the classic American dessert with this easy recipe for Whoopie Pies. Soft and fluffy chocolate cakes sandwiched with a creamy vanilla frosting filling, these treats are perfect for parties, picnics, or just a sweet treat anytime.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon 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
- 1 recipe vanilla frosting (store-bought or homemade)
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and mix well.
- Alternate adding the dry ingredients and buttermilk to the wet ingredients, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients.
- Drop heaping tablespoons of batter onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cakes spring back when lightly touched.
- Cool the cakes on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once the cakes are completely cooled, spread a generous amount of vanilla frosting on the flat side of one cake and sandwich with another cake.
- Repeat with the remaining cakes and frosting.
- Enjoy these delicious Whoopie Pies with a cold glass of milk or a hot cup of coffee!
Interesting Facts
Whoopie Pies are believed to have originated in the Amish community of Pennsylvania, where they were often included in lunchboxes as a special treat.
The name 'Whoopie Pie' is said to come from the exclamation of delight made by those who enjoy the dessert.