

Whoopie Pies
- Total Time: 40 minutes (including cooling time)
- Yield: 12-15 whoopie pies (depending on size)
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
Whoopie Pies are a nostalgic, fun, and delicious treat made from soft, cake-like cookies filled with a fluffy, creamy marshmallow filling. This classic dessert is easy to make and can be customized to fit any occasion, making it perfect for family gatherings, parties, or a sweet personal treat.
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup buttermilk
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup powdered sugar
1 cup marshmallow fluff
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and softened butter until creamy and smooth.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, beating until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the buttermilk. Mix until just combined (don’t overmix).
- Use a spoon or cookie scoop to drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cookie comes out clean. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- While the cookies cool, make the filling by beating together the softened butter, powdered sugar, marshmallow fluff, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until smooth and fluffy.
- Once the cookies are completely cooled, turn half of them over so the flat side is facing up. Spread a generous amount of the marshmallow filling on the flat side of each cookie.
- Top with another cookie, flat side down, to create a sandwich. Press gently to spread the filling to the edges.
- Serve immediately or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Enjoy!
Notes
- For variations, try swapping out the marshmallow fluff for buttercream frosting or peanut butter filling.
- Mix-ins like chocolate chips or nuts can be added to the dough for added texture and flavor.
- Mini Whoopie Pies can be made using a smaller scoop of dough and adjusting the baking time.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 whoopie pie
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg