The Whoopie Pie Book

60 sweet and simple recipes for the classic American cake sandwich treat, from the baker behind the wedding cake of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex. Make way, cupcakes—it’s whoopie pie time! Everyone is falling in love with America’s classic sandwich treat—two soft cookies with a creamy filling. Now, baker extraordinaire Claire Ptak, a pastry alum of Berkeley’s famed Chez Panisse and proprietor of Violet, her own baking company, takes the humble whoopie pie to new heights. Here are 60 irresistible recipes—made with fresh, seasonal ingredients—that show home bakers how to make the components for more than two dozen distinctive, flavorful whoopie pies: • Classic whoopie pies, including Chocolate with Fluffy Marshmallow Filling, Chocolate Chip with Chocolate Marshmallow Filling, and Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese • Iced and glazed treats such as Walnut Whip, Coconut Cream with Coconut Swiss Buttercream, and Meringue with Chestnut Cream whoopie pies • Topped and drizzled indulgences from Blackberry with Blackberry Cream to Banana Cream Pie with Vanilla Custard Cream • Frozen and chilled varieties such as refreshing Key Lime Pie and Chocolate Mint with Frozen Mint Chip Cream • Holiday-themed desserts like Easter Egg and Spooky Halloween whoopie pies—and much more! More than 75 gorgeous full-page photographs showcase every recipe in this book, which also includes a handful of Claire Ptak’s other not-to-be-missed sweet treats, including Peanut Butter Sandwich Cookies and Easy Chocolate Macaroons. Praise for The Whoopie Pie Book “An absolutely gorgeous book by my favorite cake maker in the whole world.” —Jamie Oliver “Claire Ptak creates the very best desserts: Simple, delicious, pure. This is a charming book that perfectly captures its subject.” —Alice Waters

Whoopie pies could be declared the official Maine dessert, and many assert that the rotund chocolate confection originated there, although Pennsylvania actually has a an equally strong claim to that honor. No matter-aficionados in both locales never tire of the giant sandwich cookies, and the comfort-food treats are enjoying a renaissance as bakeries offer gourmet versions on the Internet. This little book is a wide-ranging, lighthearted look at whoopie pies and the folks who love them. This book contains 16 recipes including healthy, gluten-free, and zucchini whoopie pies!

Whoopie pies are a versatile treat that are enjoyed by people of all ages and walks of life. Unfortunately, whoopie pies are often thought of as nothing more than a chocolate, cake-like cookie with vanilla filling. While it's true that the traditional whoopie pies featured this combination, they have grown so much since their humble beginnings and can now be made in a wide variety of flavors and combinations. And "The Whoopie-Pie Lover's Recipe Book: The Complete Whoopie-Pie Cookbook for Irresistible Treats" will show you just how to do that.Inside this whoopie-pie recipe book, you will learn how to make 25 fun and yummy treats that go beyond the traditional chocolate and vanilla whoopie pies. Every recipe included in this cookbook is written in an easy-to-follow format and have been tested for accuracy to ensure your success when recreating them, including serving size and preparation time. The whoopie-pie recipes found in this book range from traditional flavor combinations, such as cookies and cream, to seasonal fare, such as gingerbread and pumpkin, and even more elaborate concoctions, such as Butterfinger Whoopie Pies. No matter what your whoopie-pie desires are, this recipe book is for you!With this whoopie-pie cookbook, you will no longer be limited to those boring and overly made treats. Instead, you'll WOW your friends and family with tasty treats that can be enjoyed throughout the year and will be a welcomed addition to any occasion or event.So, what are you waiting for? Start reading "The Whoopie-Pie Lover's Recipe Book: The Complete Whoopie-Pie Cookbook for Irresistible Treats" today!

From her first taste of a delicious Whoopie Pie to being the guest of honor at a Whoopie Pie Contest held at the famous Walnut Creek Cheese, Whoopie Pie Pam is sharing with you this journey of self-discovery and mouth-watering Whoopie Pies. From the moment Pam laid eyes upon her first Whoopie Pie she has been infatuated with them. In 2001, while shopping in one of her favorite stores - Walnut Creek Cheese, located in Holmes County, Ohio - she purchased her very first package of Chocolate Whoopie Pies. From the first bite, a food obsession began. So much so that today she is known as "Whoopie Pie" Pam, aptly named by a sweet elderly Amish man who told her that if she ate one more Whoopie Pie she would turn into one. Pam's love for the Amish Culture, Amish Fiction, and Whoopie Pies has led her on a journey that has enriched her life - a journey she would like to share with you in this new cookbook, "Whoopie Pies and Family Ties". She will introduce you to the delectable entries from the Whoopie Pie Contest held at Walnut Creek Cheese, a few of her personal favorite Whoopie Pie recipes, and share with you the family ties that brought her to become Whoopie Pie Pam and led to the creation of the Whoopie Pie Book Club, a well-known social media site. Whether you've tried a Whoopie Pie or not, this cookbook will entice you to whip up a batch of your own.

“Their book delivers more than (marshmallow) fluff. Their recipes offer new ideas for mixing and matching flavors and fillings.” —Tasting Table Is it a cake? Is it a cookie? With such deliciously soft and sweet cream-filled snacks, does it matter? The Internet is abuzz with recipes and stories of whoopie pie folklore, while customers everywhere are descending on bakeries in droves demanding these delectable treats. This adorable volume—the only cookbook devoted entirely to whoopie pies—features more than 40 mix-and-match recipes, including the classic chocolate with marshmallow cream and a range of bright flavor combinations such as red velvet, green tea, pumpkin with a tangy cream cheese filling, and oatmeal with, yes, maple-bacon buttercream. With plenty of color photos and hand-drawn illustrations, dozens of DIY decorating instructions, fun facts and baking tips, Whoopie Pies will make a welcome addition to any baker’s bookshelf. “Authors Sarah Billingsley and Amy Treadwell provide you with all the tools necessary to whip up a batch (or two, or three . . . ) of a variety of whoopie pies that will pretty much guarantee your addiction to these retro treats.” —CookThatBook “Sarah Billingsley and Amy Treadwell give us a gourmet take on whoopie pies—without sacrificing any of the decadence or childlike delight!” —Errant Dreams “The book offers some general tidbits on making, storing and freezing whoopie pies as well as some fun facts . . . I was surprised at how easy these are to make and how tasty even my results were.” —EverythingMom

Scrumptious creations by a French pastry chef based on the classic American whoopie pie--perfect for your next dinner party, picnic, rendezvous, or soiree 30 delicious sweet recipes: triple-chocolate whoopie pies, lemon meringue whoopie pies, tiramisu whoopie pies, pistachio whoopie pies, whoopie pies with lavender, whoopie pies with marshmallow whoopie pies, caramel-chocolate whoopie pies, and more Plus savory whoopie pies with pesto, tapenade, bacon, tomato, and feta cheese

80 new imaginative and indulgent creations for a traditional favorite. The newest buzz on the culinary scene is a traditional favorite: the irresistibly tasty Whoopie Pie. This all-embracing cookbook covers all things Whoopie, from the ultimate classic marshmallow version to new, imaginative, and indulgent creations. Renowned pastry chef and restaurant owner Viola Goren has come up with 80 exciting and easy-to-follow recipes, both savory and sweet. Imagine a yummy Nutella-filled pie, with its rich hazelnut and chocolate flavor melting in your mouth. Or one made with a peanutty Snickers’ bar, dreamy vanilla cream, or delicious dulce de leche! For something a little different, whip up a fruity delight, including Cherry, Blueberry, or Apple and Calvados Whoopies. Sophisticated palates will love Goren’s unique savory Whoopies, perfect to enjoy as an entrée, side dish, or snack. They feature such mouthwatering fillings as smoked salmon and chives; spinach and walnuts; cheddar cheese and olives; and sun-dried tomato and basil. And, because no treat is more festive than a Whoopie Pie, there’s an entire chapter devoted to holidays and celebrations, including seasonal delicacies for a birthday, a gluten-free Passover recipe, yummy Christmas gingerbread, and much more. Plus, Goren serves up trade secrets, chef’s tricks, and cooking tips. She covers all the essentials, from equipment to techniques and even to decorating ideas—so even novice bakers have no excuse! With so many tempting choices, there’s sure to be a Whoopie Pie that will tickle everyone’s fancy.

Move over cupcakes, whoopie pies have come to town! Not quite a cake, not quite a cookie, these treats are the new baking craze sweeping the world. This book offers more than 30 recipes for whoopie pies - from classic to whacky. Recipes include classic chocolate, marshmallow fluff pies, pumpkin pies and pecan pies.