Whoopie Pies

Talk about easy - this recipe is so easy and I can make it with items that are usually readily available in my pantry. 

Chocolate Whoopie Pies

1 cup shortening
1/2 cup butter
4 eggs
2 standard-size, name brand chocolate cake mixes

Blend together all ingredients.  Mix with mixer for two minutes.  Use a small scoop to place on cookie sheet.  This keeps each cookie uniform and makes it easier to layer them later.  I can fix approximately 30 on a cookie sheet - they do spread a little.  Bake for five to six minutes at 450 degrees on an ungreased cookie sheet.  Let cool on the sheet for a few minutes before removing to cooling rack.  



Filling:

8 ounce cream cheese
1/2 cup margerine
1 teaspoon vanilla
4 cups powdered sugar

 

Blend filling ingredients.  After the cookies are completely cool take one cookie and spread with filling on the flat side (bottom).  Then place a second cookie on top (bottom to bottom).  Fill each pair of cookies and you are done!  Store these cookies in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.

Yummy! 

And a quiet moment after a long day......