Description
Delight in these Mint Chocolate Whoopie Pies, a refreshing take on a classic treat that combines chocolate and mint.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 cup butter (unsalted, at room temperature)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup butter (at room temperature)
- 1 teaspoon mint extract
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chocolate ganache
- 1/4 cup crushed peppermint candies
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- Mix the dry ingredients: whisk together flour, cocoa powder, and baking soda.
- Cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add eggs and vanilla, beating in one egg at a time.
- Combine the wet and dry ingredients until just mixed.
- Scoop the batter onto baking sheets, leaving space to spread.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until set and slightly springy.
- Cool completely on a wire rack before adding filling.
- Beat butter and powdered sugar for the filling until smooth.
- Mix in mint extract and adjust cream for desired consistency.
- Assemble whoopie pies by spreading filling between two cookies.
- Optional: drizzle with chocolate ganache before serving.
Notes
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 whoopie pie
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg
Keywords: Mint Chocolate Whoopie Pies