Chocolate Whoopie Pies

Now there is some debate about whether Whoopie pies originated in Amish country or in New England (Maine, specifically), but what everyone can agree on is that these pies taste amazing and make everyone (want to) yell, “Whoopie”! These desserts are so fun because it’s like eating a little, decadent sandwich, and everyone gets their Now there is some debate about whether Whoopie pies originated in Amish country or in New England (Maine, specifically), but what everyone can agree on is that these pies taste amazing and make everyone (want to) yell, “Whoopie”! 

Ingredients:

Cake:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup buttermilk (or regular milk)
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 large egg
  • 6 tablespoons butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Filling:

  • 1 cup vegetable shortening
  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar, plus more for optional garnish
  • 2 cups marshmallow fluff
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

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