Have you guys ever had the problem of deciding between a cookie and a cake? Well, why not have both? Whoopie pies are like a cake-cookie-sandwich. It’s made with cake batter, but in a form of a sandwich that’s easy to hold and eat. There are no forks, knives, or plates needed. Just pick up with your hands and chomp away!
These cake mix whoopie pies are fun to work with because you can easily change of the flavors, frosting, and decorations. You can make them themed for a sports game by simply adding some food coloring to the frosting to change the color. You can add the sprinkles on top of the whoopie pie prior to baking if you want the decorations on top of the pie instead of the side. You can try different cake mixes and even do dual combination whoopie pies, like half red velvet and half funfetti! 
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 12 whoopie pies 1x
Description
Indulge in these delightful Chocolate Cake Whoopie Pies, a perfect blend of cake and cookie, sandwiched with creamy buttercream frosting.
Ingredients
- 1 box of Pillsbury™ Purely Simple® Chocolate Cake & Cupcake Mix
- 3 eggs
- 1/2 cup of water
- 1/2 cup of vegetable oil
- 1 package Pillsbury™ Purely Simple® Buttercream Frosting Mix (plus the ingredients on the package)
- Optional: food coloring for frosting
- Optional: sprinkles for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Line your baking sheets with silicone mats or parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix, eggs, water, and vegetable oil. Beat the mixture for three minutes until smooth and well combined.
- Using a small cookie scoop, drop rounded tablespoons of batter onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Optionally, sprinkle decorations on top of the batter before baking if desired.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are firm and the tops spring back when lightly touched.
- Remove from the oven and let the cakes cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prepare the buttercream frosting mix according to the package instructions. If desired, add food coloring to the frosting to match a theme or occasion.
- Once the cakes are completely cool, spread a generous amount of frosting on the flat side of one cake and sandwich it with another cake, flat side down.
- Repeat with the remaining cakes and frosting.
Notes
You can customize the frosting with food coloring to match any theme or occasion. Add sprinkles before baking for extra decoration. Try using different cake mixes for variety, such as red velvet or funfetti. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 whoopie pie
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20
- Sodium: 300
- Fat: 12
- Carbohydrates: 35
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 3
- Cholesterol: 35
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use a different cake mix for the whoopie pies?
Yes, you can use different flavors of cake mix to create unique whoopie pies. Options like red velvet or funfetti can add variety.
How do I add food coloring to the frosting for themed whoopie pies?
Simply mix a few drops of food coloring into the frosting until you reach the desired shade, then spread it between the whoopie pie halves.
Can I put sprinkles on top of the whoopie pies before baking?
Yes, you can add sprinkles on top of the batter before baking to have them baked into the whoopie pies for a fun decoration.
Hi Kim.
The recipe looks yummmy, however; I don’t have Pillsbury™ Purely Simple® Chocolate Cake & Cupcake Mix and frosting mix. What should I do instead of them?
Regards,
Ceyda