Whoopie pies, a traditional dessert in Maine, can be tricky to make correctly. The key to achieving the perfect whoopie pie lies not only in cooling the cakes and chilling the filling but also in chilling the assembled dessert before serving. This process helps maintain the integrity of the filling, preventing it from oozing out. For optimal results, store completed pies in the fridge for about 30 minutes after assembly, ensuring a better texture and taste for those enjoying this classic treat.
"While most home bakers are likely aware of how important it is to let cakes and cookies cool before frosting them, a little extra chilling goes a long way for this particular dessert."
"Cooled cakes prevent heat from melting the filling, while chilled filling holds its shape better when piped into each cookie's center."
"To easily chill your prepared whoopie pies, place them on a clean baking sheet and loosely cover with plastic wrap... keep the whoopie pies in a sealed, airtight container in the fridge."
"With these slight adjustments to how you prepare and store the dessert, you can enjoy it to the fullest for longer than you would otherwise."
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