Whoopie Pies with Chocolate Cake Mix

Why this Recipe Works

With simple prep and a short ingredient list, these 20-minute homemade whoopie pies are ideal when you want a soft and easy comforting dessert! They’re made with chocolate cake mix for a convenient shortcut like these Red Velvet Cake Mix Cookies.

Just like my Brownie Cookies or these Espresso Brownies, this is a must-try treat for any chocolate lovers!

Ingredients Needed

• Flour: All purpose flour is necessary for both the cake halves and to thicken the frosting.
• Milk: Like the flour, you’ll use milk for the cake batter and the homemade whoopie pie frosting.
• Chocolate Cake Mix: Choose whatever brand you like to bake with–I opted for the Pillsbury brand Moist Supreme Chocolate variety.
• Eggs: Help bind together the batter and lead to soft and fluffy whoopie pies.
• Butter: Melted and slightly cooled.
• Vegetable Shortening: This acts as the base of your frosting and gives it a rich and creamy texture.
• Granulated Sugar: For sweetness.
• Vanilla Extract: Adds a bit of additional sweet flavor to your frosting.