Description
Pumpkin Whoopie Pies are the ultimate fall treat that combines soft, spiced pumpkin cookies with a creamy frosting. These delightful sandwich cookies are easy to make and perfect for any gathering, from Halloween parties to Thanksgiving feasts. The warm, inviting flavors and vibrant orange hue make them a favorite dessert that brings joy to every bite.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix pumpkin puree, sugar, and softened butter until creamy. Beat in eggs one at a time until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Drop rounded mounds of batter onto the prepared sheets, leaving space between them.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until they spring back when lightly pressed. Let cool completely on wire racks.
- For the filling, beat cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Spread or pipe frosting onto half of the pies and sandwich with another half.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg