Description
These Chocolate Valentine Whoopie Pies are soft, pillowy chocolate cookies filled with a creamy buttercream filling. Perfect for Valentine’s Day or any occasion where you want to share a sweet homemade dessert!
Ingredients
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- For the Chocolate Cookies:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup buttermilk
- For the Filling:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 3 tbsp heavy cream (or milk)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Optional: a few drops of red or pink food coloring
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Sift together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt in a bowl. Set aside.
- Beat butter and sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy. Add egg and vanilla, mixing well.
- Alternate adding dry ingredients and buttermilk to the wet mixture, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
- Scoop batter onto prepared baking sheets, leaving 2 inches between cookies.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until set and springy to the touch. Cool completely.
- For the filling, beat butter, powdered sugar, cream, and vanilla until smooth and fluffy. Add food coloring if desired.
- Spread or pipe filling onto the flat side of a cookie, then top with another cookie to form a sandwich. Repeat with remaining cookies.
- Serve immediately or store in an airtight container.
Notes
- Store whoopie pies in the fridge for up to 3 days. Let them come to room temperature before serving.
- Add sprinkles or drizzle melted chocolate on top for extra flair!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American