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German Chocolate Whoopie Pies 🍫🥥 – Decadent, Gooey & Irresistible!


Imagine this: Soft, chocolatey cookies sandwiching a rich, coconut-pecan caramel filling—just like the classic German chocolate cake, but in fun, handheld whoopie pie form! These indulgent treats are perfect for parties, bake sales, or when you need a next-level dessert.

With a fudgy cookie base and a luscious filling loaded with toasted coconut and pecans, every bite is pure heaven. Plus, they’re easier to make than a layer cake but just as impressive!


Why You’ll Love This Recipe

✅ All the flavors of German chocolate cake – In portable, shareable form!
✅ Ultra-moist & fudgy cookies – Melts in your mouth.
✅ Toasted coconut-pecan filling – Sweet, nutty, and irresistible.
✅ Great for gifting – Stays fresh and travels well.


Ingredients

For the Chocolate Cookies:

  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour

  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder

  • 1 tsp baking soda

  • ½ tsp salt

  • ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened

  • 1 cup granulated sugar

  • 1 large egg

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • 1 cup buttermilk (or milk + 1 tsp vinegar)

For the Coconut-Pecan Filling:

  • ½ cup evaporated milk

  • ½ cup granulated sugar

  • 1 large egg yolk

  • ¼ cup (½ stick) unsalted butter

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut, toasted

  • ½ cup chopped pecans, toasted


Step-by-Step Instructions