Whoopie Pies with Nutella® Filling
Category: Desserts
Servings: 12
Whoopie Pies with Nutella® are a delightful treat, perfectly suited for any occasion. Soft, fluffy, and packed with indulgent chocolate flavor, these delectable sandwich cookies filled with Nutella® and cream cheese are sure to be a crowd favorite. Whether you’re looking to treat yourself or share with friends and family, these Whoopie Pies are guaranteed to impress.
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| 00 Flour | 280g |
| Eggs | 53g |
| Unsweetened Cocoa Powder | 30g |
| Baking Soda | a pinch |
| Fine Salt | a pinch |
| Brown Sugar | 180g |
| Rice Milk | 130g |
| Sunflower Seed Oil | 40g |
| Cream Cheese (spreadable) | 250g |
| Nutella® | 180g |
| Food Decoration Sprinkles (optional) | as needed |
| Powdered Sugar | 100g |
| Water | as needed |
Instructions
For the Whoopie Pies:
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Prepare the Cookie Dough: In a large mixing bowl, add the brown sugar. Pour in the rice milk and sunflower oil. Crack in the eggs and mix together until well combined.
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Combine the Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift the 00 flour, cocoa powder, and baking soda. Add a pinch of fine salt and stir to combine the dry ingredients.
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Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring continuously with a wooden spoon until the dough forms a smooth, homogeneous batter. Take your time to ensure there are no lumps.
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Shape the Whoopie Pies: Line two baking sheets with parchment paper. Using a spoon, scoop out a portion of the batter and drop it onto the prepared baking sheets. Shape the batter into small rounds, aiming for uniform sizes, to ensure even baking. Leave enough space between the rounds as they will spread slightly during baking. You should end up with 24 individual cookie rounds.
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Bake the Cookies: Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) in static mode. Bake the cookies for approximately 10 minutes, or until they are set and a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Once baked, allow the cookies to cool completely on the baking sheets.
For the Filling and Assembly:
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Make the Cream Cheese Filling: In a mixing bowl, add the cream cheese and beat it with electric beaters until it achieves a smooth and creamy texture. Transfer the cream cheese mixture into a piping bag fitted with a star-shaped nozzle.
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Make the Nutella® Filling: In another piping bag, place the Nutella® and use a plain nozzle.
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Assemble the Whoopie Pies: Once the cookies have cooled, flip them over so that the flat side is facing up. Pipe a generous amount of the cream cheese filling onto the center of half of the cookies. On the remaining cookies, pipe a dollop of Nutella® on top.
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Sandwich the Cookies: Pair each cream-filled cookie with a Nutella®-filled cookie, gently pressing them together to form the Whoopie Pie.
For the Glaze:
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Prepare the Water Glaze: In a small bowl, sift the powdered sugar. Gradually add a few drops of water and mix until you have a smooth, pourable glaze. You can adjust the consistency by adding more water or sugar if necessary.
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Glaze the Whoopie Pies: Using a spoon, drizzle the glaze over the top of each Whoopie Pie, allowing the glaze to drizzle down the sides. Add some festive sprinkles or food decorations to enhance the visual appeal, especially if you’re preparing these for a holiday celebration.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
| Nutrient | Amount per serving |
|---|---|
| Calories | ~400 kcal |
| Total Fat | ~20g |
| Saturated Fat | ~5g |
| Cholesterol | ~30mg |
| Sodium | ~150mg |
| Total Carbohydrates | ~50g |
| Dietary Fiber | ~2g |
| Sugars | ~40g |
| Protein | ~4g |
Tips and Variations
- For a fun twist, you can substitute the Nutella® with your favorite chocolate spread or peanut butter for a different flavor profile.
- Add some crushed nuts, like hazelnuts or almonds, to the Nutella® filling for a delightful crunch.
- Decorate the Whoopie Pies with colorful sprinkles or edible glitter to make them even more festive.
- If you’re in a hurry, you can skip the glaze for a quicker version of these Whoopie Pies.
These Whoopie Pies with Nutella® are sure to be a hit whether you’re hosting a celebration or simply indulging in a special treat. Rich, creamy, and absolutely irresistible—every bite is a little piece of heaven!
