Best 2 Vanilla Whoopie Pies Recipes

Indulge in the delightful world of Vanilla Whoopie Pies, a classic American treat that combines two tender cake-like cookies with a luscious vanilla buttercream filling. These bite-sized wonders are not only a feast for the taste buds but also a visual delight with their signature black and white appearance. Perfect for any occasion, from picnics to birthday parties, Vanilla Whoopie Pies are sure to be a hit among people of all ages. This article presents two irresistible recipes: one for the classic Vanilla Whoopie Pies and another for a Chocolate-Espresso variation that adds a delightful twist to the traditional flavor. Both recipes offer step-by-step instructions, ensuring that even beginner bakers can achieve whoopie pie perfection. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a delightful baking journey to create these timeless treats.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

VANILLA WHOOPIE PIES WITH RASPBERRY CREAM FILLING

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Yum! The whoopie pies are soft and moist. The cream inside is super yummy. It's sweet, but a tad tart from the raspberry jam. So good! We made the pies with 2 tbsp of batter as suggested and it made a larger whoopie pie. Great if you're sharing with someone or really in the mood for something sweet. You could easily cut it back...

Provided by Crystal W.

Categories Other Desserts

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

VANILLA WHOOPIE PIE
4 large egg yolks
2/3 c milk
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 c granulated sugar
2 c all-purpose flour
2 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
1 stick softened butter
RASPBERRY CREAM FILLING
6 Tbsp butter, softened
1 1/2 c powdered sugar
1/8 tsp salt
1 jar(s) marshmallow creme; 7oz
1 tsp vanilla
1/3 c seedless raspberry jam (or more to your taste)

Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 325-350 degree depends on your oven. Grease your whoopie pan (I used hearts for Valentines Day) if you have them. You can also use a greased baking sheet.
2. For whoopie pie, beat butter, egg yolks, and sugar together until creamy. Add vanilla and milk; mix.
3. Add your dry ingredients and mix well.
4. Fill wells of pan with 2 tbsp of batter or drop onto a cookie sheet, leaving about 2 inches between cakes.
5. Bake for approx 9-11 minutes or until lightly browned.
6. Let them cool on rack 8 to 10 minutes. Remove from pan and let cool completely on rack.
7. For raspberry cream filling, in a mixing bowl, beat butter until creamy. Add sugar and salt to butter; mix well.
8. Add marshmallow creme and vanilla; blend well.
9. Then add your raspberry jam and mix again. I also added a tad of pink food coloring to make it a bit pinker.
10. To assemble, take two pies and sandwich marshmallow creme/jam mixture inside. Hope you enjoy!!! :-)

VANILLA WHOOPIE PIES

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You can check out the story behind this recipe and the rest of my Central Pennsylvania inspired recipes at http://www.thelittleblondebaker.com

Provided by Cara H.

Categories Other Desserts

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 17

Ingredients

CAKE RECIPE
WET INGREDIANTS
1/2 c shortening
1 c sugar
3 eggs
2 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 c hot water
DRY INGREDIANTS
2 c all purpose flour
1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp baking powder
ICING RECIPE
1 c shortening
4 c powdered sugar
4 Tbsp water
2 Tbsp milk

Steps:

1. Pre heat oven to 425°
2. In a large bowl combine and mix all wet ingredients EXCEPT HOT WATER
3. In medium size bowl combine dry ingredients
4. Add ½ dry ingredients to wet ingredients and mix. Repeat with 2nd half of dry ingredients.
5. Add Hot water and mix
6. I used a 2" cookie scoop for the whoopie pies. Use a lightly greased or parchment covered
7. Bake for 6 to 7 minutes
8. Next are the icing steps
9. Using a mixer combine shortening and powdered sugar
10. Add powdered sugar 1 cup at a time adding 2 Tbsp of water with each cup and ending with the 2 Tbsp of milk
11. On med/high speed mix icing for 5 minutes
12. Scrape sides of bowl with spatula
13. On high speed mix icing for another 5 minutes
14. Fluff with spatula

Tips:

For the best results, use high-quality vanilla extract. Pure vanilla extract is always the best choice, but if you're using imitation vanilla extract, be sure to use a good brand.
Make sure your butter and cream cheese are at room temperature before you start baking. This will help the ingredients blend together smoothly and create a creamy filling.
Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the cookies tough.
Bake the cookies until they are just set. The centers should be slightly soft.
Let the cookies cool completely before filling them. This will help prevent the filling from melting.
If you're short on time, you can use store-bought vanilla pudding for the filling. Just be sure to use a good-quality pudding that doesn't have a lot of artificial ingredients.

Conclusion:

Vanilla whoopie pies are a classic American dessert that is perfect for any occasion. They're easy to make and always a hit with kids and adults alike. With a few simple tips, you can make sure that your whoopie pies turn out perfect every time. So what are you waiting for? Give this recipe a try today!