Chocolate Whoopie Pies with Peppermint Filling

⭐ Ingredients

For the Chocolate Whoopie Pies

• 2 cups all-purpose flour

• ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder

• 1 tsp baking powder

• 1 tsp baking soda

• ½ tsp salt

• 1 cup granulated sugar

• ½ cup packed brown sugar

• ½ cup vegetable oil

• 2 large eggs, room temperature

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 1 cup buttermilk (or milk + 1 tbsp vinegar substitute)

For the Peppermint Filling

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened

• 2 ½ cups powdered sugar

• 1 jar (7 oz) marshmallow crème/fluff

• 1 tsp peppermint extract

• 1–2 tbsp heavy cream, as needed

• Crushed candy canes (optional but highly recommended!)

For the Chocolate Drizzle (Optional)

• ½ cup chocolate chips

• 1 tsp coconut oil or butter

⭐ Instructions

1. Prepare the Whoopie Pie Batter

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking trays with parchment paper.

2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.

3. In a separate large mixing bowl, beat together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vegetable oil until smooth.

4. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla.

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