World’s Best Maine Whoopie Pies – Ayuh

May 14, 2023May 14, 20230 16
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Prep

25 min

Cook

12 min

Ready In

37 min

Level

Easy

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Ingredients

1/2 cup vegetable shortening
2 cups milk
2 cups white sugar
2 eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
4 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking soda
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 cup milk
1 cup butter at room temperature
1 cup vegetable shortening
2 cups white sugar
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 jars marshmallow creme

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
24
Calories
302
Sugar
28g
Fat
16g
World's Best Maine Whoopie Pies - Ayuh is a classic dessert from Maine, USA. It's made with two soft chocolate cookies that are sandwiched together with a sweet, fluffy cream filling. The original recipe was created by Amish women who would make the cookies with leftover cake batter. This delicious dessert has been a favorite of Mainers for years, and it's easy to see why. The cookies are soft and chocolatey, while the filling is rich and creamy. World's Best Maine Whoopie Pies - Ayuh are perfect for special occasions, family gatherings, or just as an afternoon snack.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2.In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter, 1/2 cup vegetable shortening and sugar together until light and fluffy.
3.Beat in eggs and vanilla extract.
4.In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda and salt.
5.Gradually stir in the flour mixture alternating with milk.
6.Drop batter by spoonfuls onto a lightly greased baking sheet.
7.Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
8.Remove from oven and cool.
9.To make the filling, place 1 cup milk and 2 tablespoons flour in a saucepan. Cook on low heat until mixture thickens, stirring constantly.
10.Remove from heat and let cool.
11.Cream the butter, 1 cup vegetable shortening and white sugar until light and fluffy.
12.Gradually beat in cooled filling mixture and vanilla extract until smooth.
13.Spread filling on half of the cooled cookies and top with the remaining cookies.
14.Serve and enjoy.

PROS

World’s Best Maine Whoopie Pies – Ayuh is a classic dessert with a soft texture and a deliciously sweet filling.

The cookies have a slightly crunchy exterior and the creamy filling makes every bite heavenly.

This dessert can be enjoyed by people of all ages and it’s perfect for special occasions or a satisfying treat.

CONS

This dessert has a high sugar and fat content, so it should be consumed in moderation.

It’s not a healthy option, but it can be enjoyed as an occasional indulgence.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While World’s Best Maine Whoopie Pies – Ayuh is not the healthiest dessert, it has some surprising benefits.
The cocoa powder in the cookies contains antioxidants and flavonoids. These compounds can help lower blood pressure, reduce inflammation and improve cholesterol levels.
The filling made with marshmallow creme also contains antioxidants that can help boost your immune system.

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