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Chocolate Salted Caramel Whoopie Pies

Chocolate Salted Caramel Whoopie Pies are decadent handheld treats that bridge the gap between a cookie and cupcake. The rich chocolate cookie/cakes are offset by the surprising salted caramel filling!

Prep Time
30 mins
Cook Time
30 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 254 kcal
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Cookie/Cakes
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 6 Tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 1/4 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup salted butter
  • 1 cup light brown sugar
  • 1 large egg room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup buttermilk room temperature
Salted Caramel Frosting
  • 1 cup salted butter room temperature
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 3/4 cup [caramel sauce] cooled completely
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon coarse sea salt

Instructions

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  1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt until combined.
  3. In the bowl of a stand mixer, beat the butter and brown sugar for 2 minutes using the paddle attachment until light. Add egg and vanilla, then beat again.
  4. Alternate adding the flour mixture with the buttermilk, beating after each addition and scraping the sides of the bowl, just until combined.
  5. Use a small scoop to drop batter onto the parchment-lined baking sheets, spacing them 2-3 inches apart.
  6. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until just done around the edges and the tops bounce back when lightly touched. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring the cookies to a wire cooling rack to cool completely.
  7. Prepare the Frosting: Beat the butter in the bowl of an electric stand mixer for 3 to 4 minutes, until light and fluffy. Add powdered sugar, mixing on low speed until combined. Add the caramel sauce, vanilla, and salt, then beat again on medium-high speed for 2 minutes until light and fluffy. Transfer to a piping bag fitted with a round tip.
  8. Assembly: Pipe a layer of frosting onto the flat side of one cookie, then top with another cookie to make a whoopie pie. Roll edges in additional sprinkles, if desired.
  9. Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.

Notes

  • To freeze, lay each assembled whoopie pie on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and freeze for 2 hours. Then the frozen whoopie pies can be stacked in an airtight container with a square of parchment paper between them and stored for up to 3 months. Just thaw at room temperature for an hour before serving.
  • Store-bought caramel sauce can be used in place of homemade. Just taste and adjust the salt as needed.

Nutrition Information

Calories 254kcal (13%) Carbohydrates 35g (12%) Protein 2g (4%) Fat 12g (18%) Saturated Fat 7g (35%) Polyunsaturated Fat 4g Cholesterol 39mg (13%) Sodium 293mg (12%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 26g (52%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 12servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 254

% Daily Value*

Calories 254kcal 13%
Carbohydrates 35g 12%
Protein 2g 4%
Fat 12g 18%
Saturated Fat 7g 35%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4g 24%
Cholesterol 39mg 13%
Sodium 293mg 12%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 26g 52%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.