Creating Wedding Cake Whoopie Pies: A Step-By-Step Guide

Whoopie pies are a New England dessert that consists of two soft, cake-like cookies sandwiched with a creamy filling. They are usually chocolate, but you can find them in other flavours, such as vanilla and pumpkin. This recipe will guide you through making wedding cake whoopie pies, which are perfect for birthday parties, bake sales, and everyday baking!

Choosing the right cake mix

When it comes to choosing the right cake mix for your wedding cake whoopie pies, there are a few things to consider. Firstly, decide on the flavour you want for your cakes. Chocolate is a classic choice for whoopie pies and can be achieved by using a devil's food cake mix or a chocolate cake mix. If you want to venture out from the traditional chocolate flavour, there are a variety of other cake mixes you can use, such as vanilla, red velvet, lemon, spice, or even strawberry.

Another thing to consider is the brand of cake mix you want to use. Betty Crocker's Super Moist cake mix is a popular option, as it provides a simple and authentic-tasting base for your whoopie pies. Duncan Hines is another well-known brand that can be used for your cake mix.

Additionally, you'll want to make sure you have the right amount of cake mix. Most recipes call for one box or package of cake mix, which is typically around 15 to 18 ounces. However, it's important to follow the specific measurements provided in your chosen recipe.

Lastly, don't forget to check the ingredients and instructions on the cake mix package to ensure you have all the necessary additional ingredients, such as eggs, oil, and water, and to prepare your cake mix according to the package directions, making any adjustments as specified in your whoopie pie recipe.

Preparing the batter

To make the batter for wedding cake whoopie pies, you'll need the following ingredients:

• Cake mix (chocolate, vanilla, or another flavour of your choice)
• Instant pudding mix (chocolate, vanilla, or another flavour of your choice)
• Eggs
• Oil (vegetable or another neutral variety)
• Butter (salted or unsalted)
• Powdered sugar
• Vanilla extract
• Marshmallow cream/fluff

You will also need parchment paper or silicone baking mats to line your baking sheets.

To prepare the batter, start by preheating your oven to 350°F. Line your baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.

In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, pudding mix, eggs, and oil. You can use an electric mixer, a stand mixer, or mix by hand. Mix on low speed until the ingredients are combined. Then, use a rubber spatula to scrape down the sides of the bowl and beat the batter for another 2 minutes.

Your batter is now ready to be scooped onto your prepared baking sheets. Leave enough space between each scoop of batter to allow for spreading and puffing during baking.

Bake the cakes in the preheated oven until they are no longer wet on top. They should be shiny but not wet to the touch. Remove them from the oven and let them cool for a couple of minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack to cool completely.

Now that your batter is ready, you can move on to making the creamy filling for your wedding cake whoopie pies!

Baking the cakes

To make wedding cake whoopie pies, start by preheating your oven to 350°F. Line two large cookie sheets with parchment paper, or lightly spray with nonstick cooking spray.

In a large bowl, combine the dry ingredients: flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk to combine, and set aside.

In a separate bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. This should take about 3 minutes. You can use an electric mixer for this step if you have one. Then, add the egg and vanilla extract, and beat until combined.

Now, add the dry ingredients and buttermilk to the wet mixture in alternating batches. Start by adding half of the flour mixture, then half of the buttermilk, and beat until combined. Repeat with the remaining flour and buttermilk. Be sure to scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl as you go to ensure everything is well combined.

The batter will be similar in consistency to a thick cake batter. Use a medium cookie scoop or spoon to drop mounds of batter onto your prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Bake your whoopie pies for 10-13 minutes, or until they spring back slightly when touched and appear dry on top. Allow the cakes to cool on the pans for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Once your cakes are cool, it's time to make the filling! For a classic whoopie pie, you'll want to make a marshmallow filling. Simply beat together the marshmallow creme and butter until combined. Then, mix in the powdered sugar, vanilla, and salt, and beat until smooth.

To assemble your whoopie pies, use a spoon or piping bag to add a dollop of filling to the flat side of half of your cakes. Top with the remaining cakes to create sandwiches.

Making the filling

To make the filling, you'll need the following ingredients:

• Butter (salted or unsalted, as per your preference)
• Powdered sugar (also known as confectioner's sugar)
• Marshmallow fluff or marshmallow creme
• Vanilla extract

Start by beating the butter and sugar together until they form a fluffy mixture. You can use an electric mixer or a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment for this process. Beat the ingredients for about 2 minutes, or until they are well combined and have a light and fluffy texture.

Next, add in the vanilla extract and continue beating until it is evenly incorporated into the mixture.

Now, it's time to add the star ingredient—the marshmallow fluff or creme. Gradually beat in the marshmallow fluff until it is thoroughly combined with the rest of the filling. The marshmallow fluff can be a bit sticky, so you may want to spray your measuring cups with nonstick spray to make it easier to work with.

Once your filling is ready, it's a good idea to refrigerate it for about 30 minutes to let it firm up slightly. This will make it easier to work with when you're assembling your whoopie pies.

If you find that your filling is too stiff, you can add a small amount of heavy cream or milk to adjust the consistency. On the other hand, if it's too soft, you can add a little more powdered sugar to thicken it.

Assembly:

Once your cookies have cooled completely and your filling is ready, it's time to assemble your whoopie pies!

Turn half of your cookies upside down so that the flat side is facing up. You can use a spoon, a piping bag, or a small cookie scoop to add a generous amount of filling to each of these cookies. Spread the filling evenly across the flat surface.

Finally, place the remaining cookies on top of the filled cookies, creating a sandwich. Gently press down so that the filling spreads to the edges of the cookies.

And there you have it—your wedding cake whoopie pies are now filled and ready to be devoured! Store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator to keep them fresh and enjoy their soft, pillowy goodness!

Assembling the pies

Once your whoopie pies are baked and cooled, it's time to assemble them! Here's a step-by-step guide to putting together your wedding cake whoopie pies:

Firstly, you'll want to match up your cookies in pairs of similar size. This ensures that your whoopie pies have a neat, uniform appearance. Place one cookie from each pair flat-side up, as this will be the base of your whoopie pie.

Next, it's time to add the filling. You can use a spoon, a piping bag with a large round tip, or a small cookie scoop to add a generous amount of filling to the centre of each cookie base. Spread the filling almost to the edges, leaving a small margin so that the filling doesn't spill out when you sandwich the cookies together.

If you're using a marshmallow-based filling, you may find it easier to work with if you spray your spoon or measuring cup with non-stick spray. This will help the filling slide out smoothly.

Now, it's time to top each filled cookie with its matching pair, flat-side down, to create a sandwich. Gently press the cookies together so that the filling spreads to the edges.

Repeat this process until all your whoopie pies are assembled. If you're not serving them immediately, you can store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days. They can also be frozen for up to three months.

Your wedding cake whoopie pies are now ready to be served and enjoyed! They can be served chilled or at room temperature, depending on your preference.

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