Fall is the perfect time to indulge in pumpkin-flavored baked goods, and these pumpkin whoopie pies are a delicious autumnal treat. Full of pumpkin spice flavor, these cute sandwiches combine pillowy pumpkin cake rounds with a fluffy cream cheese frosting. Make a batch for your next autumn gathering or as a fun Thanksgiving dessert.
1. Pumpkin Whoopie Pies Recipe
Ingredients
For the pumpkin cakes
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 stick unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
For the filling
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, spices, and salt.
In a large bowl, beat together the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add the pumpkin, eggs, and 1 teaspoon vanilla. Slowly mix in the dry ingredients until just combined.
Scoop rounded tablespoons of batter onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing 2 inches apart.
Bake for 10-12 minutes until lightly golden. Allow to cool completely on a wire rack.
To make the filling, beat together the cream cheese and butter until smooth. Beat in the confectioners’ sugar, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla, and salt until fluffy.
To assemble, spread filling on the flat side of one cookie. Top with a second cookie to create a sandwich. Repeat with remaining cookies.
Decorate the tops with sprinkles or drizzle with melted chocolate if desired. Chill whoopie pies for at least 30 minutes before serving. Store refrigerated for up to 1 week.
These festive pumpkin whoopie pies are perfect for autumn snacking, lunch boxes, or dessert. The pumpkin cake is moist and full of cozy cinnamon spice flavor, while the sweet cream cheese filling provides the perfect contrasting tang. Mini versions would make for great party treats or edible favors. A glass of cold milk is the ideal companion for these playful pumpkin sandwich cookies.
