Pumpkin Whoopie Pies

Whoopie pies are believed to have originated in the United States and are a popular treat during the fall season, especially in New England.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 72 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 17.

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Pumpkin Whoopie Pies

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Bakery, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 12 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr 12 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 4200

Best Season: Fall

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Ground ginger
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₂ cup Unsalted butter, softened
• ¹⁄₂ cup Granulated sugar
• ¹⁄₂ cup Packed light brown sugar
• 1 large Egg
• 1 teaspoon Pure vanilla extract
• 1 cup Canned pumpkin puree
• ¹⁄₄ cup Buttermilk
• ¹⁄₂ cup Cream cheese, softened
• ¹⁄₂ cup Powdered sugar
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
5. Add the pumpkin puree and mix until smooth.
6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with buttermilk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients.
7. Drop spoonfuls of the batter onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
8. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are firm.
9. Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes.
10. Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.
11. In a medium bowl, beat together the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
12. Spread a dollop of the cream cheese filling on the flat side of one cookie and sandwich with another cookie.
13. Repeat with the remaining cookies.
14. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 18g28%

Total Carbohydrate 45g15%

Sugars 30g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.