Pumpkin Whoopie Pies
Whoopie pies are believed to have originated in the United States, specifically in the Amish and Pennsylvania Dutch communities.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 62 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 17.
Pumpkin Whoopie Pies
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
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Add the egg and vanilla extract, mix well.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, ground ginger, nutmeg, and cloves.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
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Drop rounded tablespoons of the batter onto a lined baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
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Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
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Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
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In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
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Spread a dollop of the cream cheese filling on the flat side of one cookie, then sandwich it with another cookie.
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Repeat with the remaining cookies.
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Allow the whoopie pies to rest for 30 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 320kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 15g24%
- Total Carbohydrate 45g15%
- Sugars 30g
- Protein 3g6%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
