Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
1 stick

Butter

softened

1.5 cup

Light Brown Sugar

1 unit

Egg

1 tsp

Vanilla Extract

2 cup

All-Purpose Flour

0.75 cup

Dutch Process Cocoa Powder

1 tsp

Baking Soda

1 tsp

Kosher Salt

0.5 tsp

Baking Powder

0.5 cup

Milk

0.5 cup

Sour Cream

25 piece

Strawberries

hulled and sliced

2 tbsp

Granulated Sugar

1 bag

Large Marshmallows

Step 1
~3 min

Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 2
~3 min

Beat softened butter and light brown sugar until light and fluffy.

Step 3
~3 min

Add egg and vanilla extract, mixing until just incorporated.

Key Technique: Mixing
Step 4
~3 min

Scrape down the sides of the bowl to ensure even mixing.

Key Technique: Mixing
Step 5
~3 min

In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, Dutch process cocoa powder, baking soda, salt, and baking powder.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 6
~3 min

In another bowl, combine milk and sour cream.

Step 7
~3 min

Add half the milk mixture to the butter mixture on low speed.

Step 8
~3 min

Add half the flour mixture and mix until just incorporated.

Step 9
~3 min

Repeat adding the remaining milk and flour mixtures, mixing until combined.

Key Technique: Mixing
Step 10
~3 min

Scoop batter onto prepared baking sheets, spacing an inch apart.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 11
~3 min

Bake for 8-10 minutes, until the tops spring back when touched.

Step 12
~3 min

Remove from oven and let cool completely.

Step 13
~3 min

For the filling, add sliced strawberries to a bowl, sprinkle with granulated sugar, and let sit for 15 minutes.

Step 14
~3 min

Preheat the broiler and set a rack 6 inches from the broiler.

Step 15
~3 min

Once cookies are cooled, place them round-side down and top half with sliced strawberries.

Step 16
~3 min

Press 3 marshmallows together until flattened and place them on the other half of the cookies.

Step 17
~3 min

Place marshmallow-covered cookies under the broiler for 1-4 minutes, until lightly golden brown.

Step 18
~3 min

Watch carefully as the marshmallows can burn quickly.

Step 19
~3 min

Top the strawberry side of each cookie with a marshmallow cookie and gently press together.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a richer chocolate flavor, use dark chocolate cocoa powder.

Make sure the butter is properly softened for a smooth batter.

Don't over-bake the cookies to keep them soft and chewy.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The cookies can be baked a day in advance and stored in an airtight container. Assemble the whoopie pies just before serving.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Strong (Chocolate)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Pair with a glass of cold milk.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Vanilla Ice Cream
Fresh Berries

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Whoopie pies are a classic American treat, especially popular in Pennsylvania.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Birthday Parties
Holiday Gatherings
Summer Picnics

Occasion Tags

Birthday
Party
Summer
Picnic
Celebration

Popularity Score

78/100