Description
Pumpkin whoopie pies are soft, spiced pumpkin cookies sandwiched with a creamy cream cheese filling. Perfect for autumn gatherings or year-round indulgence, these treats combine warm pumpkin spice with a tangy-sweet filling for the ultimate cozy dessert experience.
Ingredients
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For the Cookies:
- 2½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
- ½ teaspoon fine sea salt
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- 1 cup pure pumpkin puree
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 1 large egg
- 1½ teaspoons vanilla extract
For the Filling:
- 4 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
- ½ cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2–3 cups powdered sugar
Optional Add-ins:
- Chopped nuts
- Chocolate chips
- Sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, pumpkin pie spice, and salt.
- In a stand mixer, beat together sugars, pumpkin puree, vegetable oil, egg, and vanilla until smooth.
- Gradually add dry ingredients, mixing just until combined.
- Transfer batter to a piping bag and pipe 3-inch rounds onto prepared pans, leaving space between each.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, rotating pans halfway through, until the cookies spring back lightly when touched.
- Cool on pans for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- For the filling, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add vanilla and gradually mix in powdered sugar until fluffy.
- Spread filling on the flat side of half the cookies. Top with remaining cookies to form sandwiches.
Notes
- Use fresh pumpkin puree for the best flavor.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep the cookies soft.
- Ensure cream cheese and butter are room temperature for a smooth, creamy filling.
- For a vegan option, use flax eggs, dairy-free butter, and plant-based cream cheese.
- Store at room temperature for 3 days, refrigerated for 5 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 whoopie pie
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 27g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg