Whoopie Pies - Master Cookbook Recipe # 264

Name: Whoopie Pies - Master Cookbook Recipe # 264
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 12-15
Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients: 1-1/2 cups Granulated sugar; 1/2 cup Hershey’s cocoa; 2 cups Self-rising flour; 1 Large egg; 1/2 cup Shortening; 1/2 cup Water; 1/3 cup Oil

These classic Whoopie Pies are a nostalgic Southern treat that is incredibly easy to whip up. By mixing the chocolatey batter all in one bowl and using self-rising flour, you get a soft, cake-like cookie that is perfect for sandwiching with your favorite fluffy filling. They are light, airy, and always a crowd-pleaser!

This is recipe #264 in Tammy’s Master Cookbook.

Prep time: 10 minCook time: 10 minTotal time: 20 min

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Ingredients

1-1/2 cups Granulated sugar
1/2 cup Hershey’s cocoa
2 cups Self-rising flour
1 Large egg
1/2 cup Shortening
1/2 cup Water
1/3 cup Oil

Instructions

Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F. Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.
Mix: Place all ingredients into a large mixing bowl and mix thoroughly until smooth.
Scoop: Use a 2 Tbsp cookie scoop or a tablespoon to drop batter onto the cookie sheet, leaving space between each.
Bake: Bake at 350°F for 10 minutes.
Cool: Let the cakes cool completely on a wire rack before filling and sandwiching.

Notes

Tammy’s Tips:

For the best results, use White Lily Self-Rising flour for a soft texture and a cookie scoop to ensure perfectly matched pairs. Always bake on parchment paper and store the finished pies in an airtight container to keep them moist and delicious!