Cherry Whoopie Pies Recipe

Name: Cherry Whoopie Pies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cups Solid Vegetable Shortening; 1 cup Brown Sugar, Firmly Packed; 1 whole Egg; 1/4 cups Cocoa Powder; 2 cups Flour; 1 teaspoon Baking Powder; 1 teaspoon Baking Soda; 1 teaspoon Salt; 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract; 1 cup Milk; 1 can (12 Oz.) Vanilla Frosting; Food Coloring Of Your Choice; Flavoring Extract Of Your Choice

Servings: persons

1/2 cups Solid Vegetable Shortening
1 cup Brown Sugar, Firmly Packed
1 whole Egg
1/4 cups Cocoa Powder
2 cups Flour
1 teaspoon Baking Powder
1 teaspoon Baking Soda
1 teaspoon Salt
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
1 cup Milk
1 can (12 Oz.) Vanilla Frosting
Food Coloring Of Your Choice
Flavoring Extract Of Your Choice

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["Preheat oven to 350 F. Lightly grease baking sheets (I just used parchment paper for quick clean up). Prepare the filling by mixing the can of frosting with the food coloring and flavoring extract of your choice (I chose cherry). Set aside.", "In a large bowl, cream together shortening, sugar, and egg. In another bowl, mix cocoa, flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.", "In a small bowl, stir vanilla extract into the milk. Add dry ingredients to the shortening mix, alternating with the milk mixture. Beat until smooth.", "Drop batter by 1/4 cupfuls (to make 18 rounds) onto prepared sheets. With the back of a spoon, spread batter into 4"" circles, leave about 2"" between each cake. Bake for 15 minutes or until firm to the touch. Remove from the oven to cool on wire racks completely.", "When cookies are cooled, spread with your frosting and then top with another cookie. Repeat with all cookies to make 9 whoopie pies. Wrap individually with plastic wrap or put them on a platter in a single layer (do not stack them, they will stick). I think I am going to try a strawberry flavored one next!", "Enjoy!"]

805

kcal

Calories

Fat

120

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cups Solid Vegetable Shortening, 1 cup Brown Sugar, Firmly Packed, 1 whole Egg, 1/4 cups Cocoa Powder, and more.

Yes, Cherry Whoopie Pies falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cherry Whoopie Pies

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