Black Licorice Whoopie Pies

Whoopie pies are believed to have originated in the United States, with the Amish and Pennsylvania Dutch communities being known for their traditional recipes.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 62 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 13.

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Black Licorice Whoopie Pies

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 12 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr 2 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 4200

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoon Cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₂ cup Unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 Egg
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Licorice extract
• ¹⁄₂ cup Milk
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Black food coloring
• 1 cup Powdered sugar
• ¹⁄₂ cup Marshmallow creme
• ¹⁄₄ cup Licorice candies, chopped

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and licorice extract.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Stir in the black food coloring.
5. Drop rounded tablespoons of batter onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart.
6. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are set. Allow to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
7. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and marshmallow creme until smooth.
8. Spread the filling onto the flat side of half of the cookies. Top with the remaining cookies, flat side down, to create sandwiches.
9. Roll the edges of the whoopie pies in the chopped licorice candies.
10. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 52g18%

Sugars 35g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.