German Chocolate Whoopie Pies 🍪
Indulge in these fudgy treats filled with coconut-pecan goodness!
📋 Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup evaporated milk
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (for filling)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (for filling)
- 2 large egg yolks
- 3/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for filling)
📝 Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Beat together butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until fluffy.
3. Add eggs and vanilla and mix well.
4. In a separate bowl, combine flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
5. Slowly add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture.
6. Scoop dough into small balls on a lined baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes.
7. Let cool completely.
8. For the filling, in a saucepan over medium heat, whisk together evaporated milk, brown sugar, butter, and egg yolks.
9. Cook, stirring constantly, until thickened (about 8-10 minutes).
10. Remove from heat and stir in coconut, pecans, and vanilla.
11. Let cool to room temperature.
12. To assemble, spread a generous spoonful of coconut-pecan filling on the flat side of one cookie, then sandwich with a second cookie.
13. Repeat with the remaining cookies.
14. Optional: Sprinkle a pinch of flaky sea salt on top for an extra flavor pop.
15. Serve immediately or chill slightly to firm up the filling.
A Prep Time: 25 minutes | Cooking Time: 12 minutes | Total Time: 37 minutes | Kcal: 150 | Servings: 12 whoopie pies