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Chocolate Whoopie Pies are a classic American dessert made with two cake-like chocolate cookies sandwiched together with a creamy marshmallow filling. | aheadofthyme.com

Chocolate Whoopie Pies


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  • Author: Sam Hu | Ahead of Thyme
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 16 whoopie pies
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Chocolate Whoopie Pies are a classic American dessert made with two delicious cake-like chocolate cookies sandwiched together with a rich and creamy marshmallow filling. These treats are rich, moist, and delicious. 


Ingredients

For the whoopie pies:

  • 1 cup (200 grams) white sugar
  • 2/3 cup (160 grams) sour cream
  • 1/2 cup (110 grams) vegetable oil
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ cups (180 grams) all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup (50 grams) dutch process cocoa powder, sifted
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

For the marshmallow filling:

  • 2 ½ cups (300 grams) marshmallow fluff
  • 1 cup (227 grams) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 ½ cups (180 grams) confectioners' sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • pinch of salt

Instructions

Make the whoopie pies:

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Prepare 3 large baking sheets with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat (or prepare just one if working in batches).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, add the white sugar, sour cream, vegetable oil, egg, and vanilla. Whisk until very smooth.
  3. In a separate large mixing bowl, add flour, sifted cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk until well combined.
  4. Using a spatula, fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients. Mix only until everything is just incorporated and smooth, but ensuring not to overmix.
  5. Using a small cookie scoop or a piping bag, scoop or pipe little mounds of batter (about one tablespoonful) onto the prepared baking sheets, ensuring there is about 2 inches of space between each. You should fit about 12 cookies per sheet.
  6. Place the baking sheets into the oven and bake for 10-11 minutes. When done, the cookies should have a springy top, and a toothpick should come out clean. Allow to cool completely before filling.

Make the marshmallow filling:

  1. In a large mixing bowl, add the marshmallow and butter. Use an electric mixer and beat on high until fluffy and combined, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add in the confectioners’ sugar, vanilla, and salt. Beat again until well integrated and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
  3. Add the filling to a piping bag with a large round tip. Pipe the filling onto half of the cookies. Top each filled cookie with another cookie.

Notes

How to store: Leftover whoopie pies should be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 10 days. They are best stored in a single layer so the filling doesn't get squished.

How to freeze: If you'd like to freeze leftover whoopie pies, place them on a cookie sheet and place in the freezer for 1-2 hours until hard. Once frozen, transfer to an airtight container or freezer bag and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight before eating.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Bake
  • Cuisine: American