Pumpkin Whoopie Pies
Pumpkin Whoopie Pies are a delightful fall treat that perfectly combines soft, spiced pumpkin cakes with a rich cream cheese filling. These fluffy dessert sandwiches evoke cozy autumn memories while tantalizing your taste buds with every bite. Ideal for gatherings or a sweet indulgence at home, these whoopie pies deliver warmth and comfort in each scrumptious mouthful.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp ground ginger
- 2 large eggs
- For the Filling: 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and pumpkin until smooth.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the pumpkin mixture until just combined.
- Drop heaping tablespoons of batter onto prepared sheets about two inches apart.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until they spring back when touched. Cool completely before filling with cream cheese mixture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg