AMISH WHOOPIE PIES
These soft and cakey whoopie pies with a creamy marshmallow filling are a classic Amish treat. They're a fun and delicious dessert for any occasion.
Ingredients
Cakes
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup buttermilk
- ½ cup hot brewed coffee (or hot water)
Filling
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- ½ cup marshmallow cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup milk or cream (if needed for desired consistency)
Instructions
- Prepare the cakes: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cream butter and sugar: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs and vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
- Add coffee: Stir in the hot coffee (or hot water). The batter will be thin.
- Bake: Drop rounded tablespoons of batter onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between cookies. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the tops spring back lightly when touched.
- Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Make the filling: While the cakes are cooling, prepare the filling. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy. Stir in the marshmallow cream and vanilla extract. Add milk or cream, 1 tablespoon at a time, if needed, to achieve the desired spreading consistency.
- Assemble the whoopie pies: Once the cakes are completely cooled, spread a generous amount of filling on the flat side of one cake and top with another cake. Gently press together to form a whoopie pie.
- Serve: Serve immediately or store in an airtight container.
Notes
- Buttermilk: Buttermilk adds a tangy flavor and helps to create a tender cake.
- Hot Coffee: Hot coffee enhances the chocolate flavor.
- Marshmallow Cream: Marshmallow cream is a key ingredient in the classic whoopie pie filling.
- Filling Consistency: Adjust the amount of milk or cream in the filling to achieve your desired consistency. It should be spreadable but not too runny.
- Storage: Store whoopie pies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.