Chocolate Raspberry Whoopie Pies

Posted: January 23, 2026 Last modified: January 29, 2026
Chocolate Raspberry Whoopie Pies

If you love whoopie pies, this delicious version of chocolate raspberry whoopie pies is a must try. It’s a simple recipe but so delicious, the raspberry in the filling is a perfect addition. A yummy little snack!

Why I Love This Recipe

For me a whoopie pie is the perfect mix between a cake-like batter, a cookie and a delicious creamy filling.

Using both brown sugar and white sugar you get an extra depth of flavor and it makes the whoopie pies extra moist as well. The ultimate sandwich cookie!

Recipe Ingredients

As always make sure to double-check the quantities and instructions in the recipe card below

  • sugar – you will need both brown sugar as well as a superfine white sugar
  • cocoa powder – you get a lovely chocolate flavor with the cocoa powder
  • powdered sugar – for the filling you will need quite a bit of powdered or icing sugar
  • raspberries – I’ve used fresh raspberries for making the raspberry filling. Frozen ones contain more moisture so I would stick to fresh
  • butter – unsalted butter at room temperature

How To Make Chocolate Raspberry Whoopie Pies

You start by making the batter for the chocolate cakes. Make sure the butter is at room temperature so you can whip them until creamy.

I like to do this with a food processor with the whisk attachment but you can also use an electric mixer or hand mixer for the same result.

Once the butter is creamy you add the egg, mix and add the milk. Now it’s time to add the dry ingredients and once combined you place the batter into a pastry bag.

Piping the batter

Using two baking sheets lined with parchment paper you pipe small amounts of batter. Make sure to leave enough space between them on the baking sheet as they will spread a bit in the oven.

For making 20 chocolate raspberry whoopie pies you will need 40 cakes.

Baking is quick in about 10 to 12 minutes. Let them cool down on a wire rack while you prepare the filling.

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Making the filling

For the filling you add the icing sugar, butter, heavy cream and 3 of the raspberries into a large bowl. Mix this until smooth and creamy.

If needed you can add more powdered sugar. This will make the filling firmer. Keep in mind that the filling will also firm up slightly as it rests.

Sort the whoopie pies by size for as far as possible. Add the filling also to a pastry bag and slice the extra raspberries in half.

Now place half of the cakes with the flat side up and pipe a ring of the filling. Place half a raspberry in the center of that ring. Tip it with a second cake and your chocolate raspberry whoopie pie is done!

Storing Chocolate Raspberry Whoopie Pies

Properly wrapped or in an airtight container you can store the whoopie pies at room temperature for about 4-5 days.

Can you freeze the whoopie pies?

Yes freezing is also a good option. In that case also make sure they are properly wrapped and freeze for up to three months.

More Raspberry Recipes

I love using raspberries in a lot of baking. If you do too, check out the below recipes as well!

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FAQ Chocolate Raspberry Whoopie Pies

Can I make whoopie pies ahead of time?

Yes. You can bake the cakes a day in advance and store them airtight at room temperature. Fill and assemble them the day you plan to serve for the best texture.

Do whoopie pies need to be refrigerated?

No, these whoopie pies can be stored at room temperature. The high sugar content in the filling helps preserve it. Just keep them well wrapped and out of direct heat.

Why did my cakes spread too much?

This usually happens if the butter was too soft or the batter was overmixed. Make sure the butter is soft but not melted and mix just until combined.

Can I use frozen raspberries?

Fresh raspberries work best for structure and flavor. If using frozen raspberries, thaw and drain them well to prevent the filling from becoming too thin.

Can I use a different filling?

Absolutely. Vanilla buttercream, cream cheese frosting, or marshmallow fluff all work very well with the chocolate cakes.

 

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Chocolate Raspberry Whoopie Pies

Delicious, small, handheld chocolate cakes with a raspberry filling. Perfect for Valentine’s Day, but of course great any time of year.
Preparation15 minutes
Cooking15 minutes
Total30 minutes
Servings: 20 pieces

Ingredients 

Cakes

  • 60 grams unsalted butter
  • 50 grams fine caster sugar
  • 50 grams dark brown sugar
  • 1 egg medium
  • 60 ml milk
  • 180 grams all-purpose flour
  • 20 grams cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • Pinch of salt

Raspberry filling

  • 150-200 grams powdered sugar
  • 25 grams unsalted butter
  • 2 tbsp heavy cream unwhipped
  • 3 raspberries for the cream
  • 10 raspberries for the filling between the cakes

Instructions

Cakes

  • Beat the butter with both sugars until creamy. Add the egg and mix until incorporated, then do the same with the milk.
  • Add the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt all at once. Mix until just combined and transfer the batter to a piping bag
  • Line two baking sheets with parchment paper and pipe small mounds of batter. Mine were about 4-5 cm (1½-2 inches) in diameter. Leave enough space between them, as they will spread in the oven. You should end up with 40 cakes to make 20 whoopie pies.
  • Bake the cakes for 10-12 minutes at 180°C/350°F (conventional oven).

Raspberry filling + assembly

  • Place 150 grams powdered sugar, the butter, heavy cream, and the 3 raspberries in a bowl and mix until smooth and creamy. Add more powdered sugar if needed to make the filling firmer. Keep in mind that the filling will also firm up slightly as it rests.
  • Once the cakes are completely cooled, sort them by size. Transfer the filling to a piping bag and cut the extra raspberries in half.
  • Take one cake and pipe a ring of filling on top. Place half a raspberry in the center. Top with a second cake and your whoopie pie is ready. Repeat with the remaining cakes.

Tips

  • It works fastest if you place half of the cakes flat-side up. This way, you can pipe the filling onto all of them in one go and then assemble them.
  • Despite the heavy cream, the cakes can be stored outside the refrigerator, the sugar acts as a preservative.
How to store

Well wrapped, they keep for 4-5 days at room temperature, or up to 3 months in the freezer.

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