Description
Delightful seasonal treats filled with cream cheese frosting, combining the cozy flavors of fall with the fun of a sandwich cookie.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pumpkin purée
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon nutmeg
- 2 cups all-purpose flour or oats
- ½ cup sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup butter or dairy alternative
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Cream cheese frosting (for filling)
- Seasonal toppings (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) while we mix our ingredients.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour (or oats), baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Cream the Butter and Sugars: In another bowl, beat together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the Egg and Pumpkin: Mix in the egg, pumpkin purée, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Combine the Wet and Dry Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Scoop the Batter: Drop dollops of batter onto a lined baking sheet, leaving enough space between each scoop.
- Bake: Bake for about 12-15 minutes or until set and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool Down: Allow them to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Frosting Time: Once cool, fill them with cream cheese frosting.
- Add Final Touches: Optional – sprinkle with crushed pecans or cinnamon before sandwiching.
Notes
These whoopie pies can be frozen and enjoyed later. Use vegan alternatives for a dairy-free version.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pie
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Pumpkin, Whoopie Pies, Fall Dessert, Cream Cheese Frosting