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Mocha Whoopie Pies

Easy Mocha Whoopie Pies Recipe

Mocha Whoopie Pies are a delicious homemade treat that are sure to impress any guest. This dessert recipe combines the rich flavors of chocolate and coffee in a soft and chewy cookie sandwich with a creamy coffee-infused filling. With this step-by-step guide, anybody can master the art of baking Mocha Whoopie Pies right at home.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12 Whoppie Pies
Calories 260 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 1/4 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter at room temperature
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 2 tablespoons instant espresso powder

Instructions
 

  • Prepare Batter: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Sift the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt together in a medium bowl and set aside.
  • Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla and mix well. In a separate bowl, dissolve the instant espresso powder in the buttermilk and mix well.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the espresso mixture, starting and ending with the dry ingredients.
  • Bake the Cookies: Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Drop tablespoon-sized scoops of batter onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them at least 2 inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are set and the cookies spring back when lightly touched.
  • Allow to cool completely on wire racks.
  • Prepare Filling: For the filling, beat 1/2 cup of unsalted butter, 1 cup of confectioners’ sugar, and 2 tablespoons of heavy cream together in a medium bowl until smooth. Add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and 1 tablespoon of instant espresso powder and mix well.
  • Assemble the Whoopie Pies: Pair up the cookies, and using a piping bag and a star tip, pipe the espresso filling onto the flat side of one cookie. Sandwich with the other cookie, flat side down, and press together lightly. Repeat with the remaining cookies and filling.

Notes

Here are additional tips to help you perfect your Mocha Whoopie Pies:
  • Ingredient Quality: Select high-quality cocoa and coffee or espresso powder to enhance the chocolate and coffee flavors.
  • Even Baking: Ensure consistent cookie sizes for even baking. A cookie scoop can be very helpful for this.
  • Cooling Time: Allow the cookies to cool completely on a wire rack before filling. This prevents the filling from melting.
  • Filling Consistency: Adjust the thickness of the filling by adding more or less confectioner’s sugar. It should be firm enough to hold its shape but creamy enough to spread easily.
  • Decorative Touches: After assembling, roll the edges of the whoopie pies in mini chocolate chips, sprinkles, or crushed nuts for a decorative and tasty finish.
  • Testing for Doneness: Use the toothpick test for the cookies – it should come out clean or with a few crumbs, but not wet batter.
  • Resting the Batter: Letting the batter sit for a few minutes before scooping can help the cookies maintain a better shape.
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