Whoopie pies

Health score
2%
Whoopie pies
45 min.
10
429kcal

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If you're looking to impress your family and friends with a delightful dessert, look no further than these delectable whoopie pies! These soft and chewy treats are perfect for any occasion and are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. Imagine sinking your teeth into two luscious chocolate rounds, generously filled with creamy frosting and topped with colorful sprinkles – it’s a dessert that is as fun to make as it is to eat!

Whoopie pies are not only a visual treat but also incredibly versatile. You can customize them to suit your taste, whether you prefer classic chocolate or want to experiment with different flavors and fillings. With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, these delightful confections are easy to whip up, making them ideal for last-minute gatherings or family celebrations.

The combination of soft light brown sugar and buttermilk ensures a rich, moist texture, while the simple glaze of cream and icing sugar adds a touch of elegance. Plus, they pack a satisfying caloric punch at 429 kcal per serving, making them a delectable reward after a long day. So grab your whisk and get ready to create a dessert that will surely become a favorite in your household!

Ingredients

  • 300 self raising flour 
  • 50 cocoa powder 
  • tsp baking soda 
  • 175 brown sugar light soft
  •  eggs 
  • 75 ml unrefined sunflower oil 
  • 150 ml buttermilk 
  • tub fluffy frosting 
  • 10 servings sprinkles 
  • 100 powdered sugar 
  • 100 ml double cream 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 180C/160C fan/gas 4 and line baking trays with parchment.
  2. Mix flour, cocoa, bicarb, sugar and a pinch of salt.
  3. Whisk the egg, oil and buttermilk together, then mix into dry ingredients with 75ml boiling water. Spoon 20 spoonfuls onto trays, well spaced.
  4. Bake for 12 mins or until firm to touch, peel off trays. Cool.
  5. For the glaze, sift icing sugar and cocoa into a small pan. Gradually stir in cream followed by 100ml boiling water.
  6. Heat gently until syrupy.
  7. Sandwich 2 cakes together with the frosting, spoon over some glaze and decorate with sprinkles.

Nutrition Facts

Calories429kcal
Protein5.37%
Fat30.82%
Carbs63.81%

Properties

Glycemic Index
14.1
Glycemic Load
17.83
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
7.1026086732745%

Flavonoids

Catechin
3.24mg
Epicatechin
9.82mg
Quercetin
0.5mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:428.58kcal
21.43%
Fat:15.11g
23.25%
Saturated Fat:4.74g
29.59%
Carbohydrates:70.41g
23.47%
Net Carbohydrates:67.84g
24.67%
Sugar:44.66g
49.62%
Cholesterol:29.41mg
9.8%
Sodium:305.48mg
13.28%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Caffeine:11.5mg
3.83%
Protein:5.92g
11.85%
Manganese:0.44mg
22.15%
Vitamin E:3.3mg
21.98%
Selenium:15.12µg
21.61%
Copper:0.26mg
13.06%
Fiber:2.57g
10.28%
Phosphorus:96.14mg
9.61%
Magnesium:36.9mg
9.22%
Vitamin B2:0.13mg
7.85%
Iron:1.21mg
6.7%
Calcium:52.49mg
5.25%
Zinc:0.75mg
4.99%
Potassium:169.73mg
4.85%
Folate:15.87µg
3.97%
Vitamin A:197.34IU
3.95%
Vitamin B5:0.32mg
3.25%
Vitamin D:0.45µg
2.98%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.67%
Vitamin K:2.53µg
2.41%
Vitamin B3:0.48mg
2.39%
Vitamin B12:0.13µg
2.09%
Vitamin B6:0.04mg
2.03%