Pumpkin Whoopie Pies
Pumpkin whoopie pies are the perfect autumn treat, combining soft, spiced pumpkin cookies with a rich cream cheese frosting. These delightful bites are not only visually appealing but also taste like fall itself—sweet, warm, and utterly irresistible. Whether for a cozy night in or a festive gathering, these whoopie pies will leave everyone craving more.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 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 powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
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 powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In another bowl, combine pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Beat in eggs and vanilla into the pumpkin mixture until well combined.
- Gradually fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just incorporated.
- Scoop batter onto prepared baking sheets about two inches apart and bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are set.
- While cooling, prepare frosting by beating cream cheese and butter until creamy; gradually mix in powdered sugar.
- Once cookies are cool, spread or pipe frosting on half before topping with another cookie.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 whoopie pie (60g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg