Best 2 Halloween Whoopie Pies Recipes

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Are you looking for a delectable and spooky treat for your Halloween party? Look no further! These Halloween whoopie pies are not just a delight to the taste buds but also a visual feast for your Halloween celebration. These delightful treats consist of two soft and chewy chocolate cookies sandwiched together with a creamy, vanilla-flavored marshmallow filling. Each whoopie pie is then adorned with fun Halloween decorations, such as candy eyeballs, sprinkles, and even edible glitter, making them perfect for creating a festive atmosphere. With their delicious taste and eerie appearance, these whoopie pies are sure to be a hit among your guests, both young and old.

In this article, you will find two variations of this classic Halloween treat: the traditional chocolate whoopie pies with vanilla marshmallow filling and a gluten-free version made with almond flour and coconut flour. Both recipes are easy to follow and require minimal ingredients, making them perfect for bakers of all skill levels. So, gather your ingredients, put on your aprons, and let's embark on a spooky baking adventure!

Let's cook with our recipes!

HALLOWEEN WHOOPIE PIES



Halloween Whoopie Pies image

The cookies aren't just for Halloween. Make them year-round, using nonpareils in a rainbow of colors.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cookie Recipes

Time 1h

Yield Makes 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, (spooned and leveled)
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (spooned and leveled)
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature
1 cup packed light-brown sugar
1 large egg
1 cup unsweetened applesauce
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 cup confectioners' sugar
Orange nonpareils or sanding sugar, for decoration

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. In a medium bowl, whisk flour, cocoa, baking soda, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
  • In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, beat 1/2 cup butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg; beat until smooth. With mixer on low, alternately add flour mixture and applesauce, beginning and ending with flour mixture. Mix just until smooth (do not overmix).
  • Drop dough by heaping tablespoons, 2 inches apart, onto two baking sheets. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center of a cookie comes out clean, 10 to 14 minutes. With a thin metal spatula, immediately transfer cookies to a wire rack; let cool completely.
  • Meanwhile, make filling: In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, beat vanilla and remaining 1/2 cup butter until light and fluffy. Gradually add confectioners sugar, beating until smooth.
  • Spread bottom of half the cookies with 1 tablespoon filling each; sandwich with remaining cookies, pressing gently so filling oozes out slightly. Sprinkle exposed filling with nonpareils. Let rest 15 minutes to set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 322 g, Fat 16 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3 g

HALLOWEEN COOKIES AND CREAM WHOOPIE PIES



Halloween Cookies and Cream Whoopie Pies image

These handheld desserts are more than just a fun name. Soft, cakey cookies are stuffed with marshmallow cream cheese, then dipped in chocolate and festive sprinkles for a delightful Halloween treat.

Provided by Lasheeda Perry

Categories     dessert

Time 1h15m

Yield 12 whoopie pies

Number Of Ingredients 16

6 cream-filled chocolate sandwich cookies, such as Oreos
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon fine salt
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 cup granulated sugar
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
1 large egg
2/3 cup milk
Nonstick cooking spray
3/4 cup marshmallow cream
6 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
6 to 8 drops orange gel food coloring
6 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped
3/4 cup Halloween themed sprinkles

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Pulse the cookies in a food processor to fine crumbs. Remove 1/3 cup crumbs to a medium bowl and reserve the remaining crumbs for the filling.
  • Whisk the flour, baking powder, salt and baking soda into the medium bowl with the 1/3 cup crumbs. Set aside.
  • Beat together the sugar, butter and vanilla in a large bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment on medium-high speed until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes. Add the egg and beat until combined. Reduce the speed to low and add the flour mixture in 3 batches, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the flour mixture; beat after each addition until just combined.
  • Spoon 2 tablespoon-mounds of the batter (a 1-ounce ice cream scoop works well here) onto the prepared baking sheets about 1 inch apart. You should have about 12 cookies per baking sheet.
  • Bake, rotating the baking sheets halfway through, until the tops of the cookies spring back when lightly touched, 14 to 16 minutes. Let cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely, about 30 minutes. Reserve the parchment-lined baking sheets.
  • While the cookies cool, prepare the filling. Spray a measuring cup and rubber spatula with nonstick cooking spray, then measure out the marshmallow cream and transfer to a medium bowl. Add the cream cheese and orange gel food coloring and combine using a handheld electric mixer. Gently fold in the remaining sandwich cookie crumbs.
  • Flip half of the cooled cookies so they are flat-side up; spread each with 1 to 2 tablespoons of the cream cheese filling. Sandwich them with the remaining cookies flat-side down.
  • Melt the chocolate in the microwave, stirring halfway through, 1 minute to 1 minute 30 seconds. Dip half of each whoopie pie into the chocolate, letting the excess drip off into the bowl, immediately dip into the sprinkles, then place on the parchment-lined baking sheets to harden, about 15 minutes.

Tips:

  • Use a cookie scoop to get uniform-sized whoopie pies. This will help them bake evenly.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the whoopie pies tough.
  • Be patient when filling the whoopie pies. It can be tricky to get the filling in the center, but it's worth it for the perfect whoopie pie.
  • If you don't have a piping bag, you can use a resealable plastic bag with the corner snipped off.
  • Get creative with your decorations! You can use sprinkles, candy, or even edible glitter to make your whoopie pies festive for Halloween.

Conclusion:

Halloween whoopie pies are a fun and easy treat to make for your Halloween party. They're sure to be a hit with kids and adults alike. With a few simple ingredients, you can create these delicious treats that are perfect for any Halloween celebration.

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