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Chocolate Coffee Whoopie Pies

Chocolate Coffee Whoopie Pies: A Cozy Mocha Delight

Chocolate Coffee Whoopie Pies are delightful mocha sandwich cookies that perfectly blend rich chocolate and aromatic coffee for an irresistible treat.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 2 minutes
Servings: 12 whoopie pies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour Can substitute with a gluten-free blend.
  • 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder Use high-quality cocoa for intense flavor.
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda Leavens the cake.
  • a pinch salt Enhances flavor.
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter Adds richness.
  • 0.5 cup brown sugar Can substitute with coconut sugar.
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar Sweetens the batter.
  • 1 large egg Binds ingredients.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Adds flavor.
  • 0.33 cup brewed coffee Can substitute with milk.
  • 0.5 cup buttermilk Regular milk can work as a substitute.
For the Filling
  • 4 ounces cream cheese Can substitute with mascarpone.
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 0.25 cup heavy cream
Optional Topping
  • to taste chocolate sauce For drizzling.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheets
  • Parchment Paper
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Electric Mixer
  • Cookie scoop

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, beat the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Mix in the egg and vanilla extract, then gradually add the brewed coffee.
  5. Combine dry ingredients with the wet mixture, alternating with buttermilk.
  6. Drop rounded tablespoons of batter onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes, until the tops spring back when pressed.
  8. Cool the whoopie pies on baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire racks.
  9. Beat together cream cheese and butter, then gradually add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and heavy cream.
  10. Pipe or spoon the filling onto one whoopie pie half, and sandwich with another half.
  11. Drizzle with chocolate sauce if desired, and chill in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1whoopie pieCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 16gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Freezes well for up to 2 months.

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