Pumpkin Spice Whoopie Pies

Recipe Collection: Dessert

Pumpkin Spice Whoopie Pies! These vegetarian treats feature soft, cake-like cookies infused with aromatic spices and a creamy filling that perfectly complements their sweetness. Ideal for American cuisine lovers, these whoopie pies are a fantastic option for gatherings or a cozy dessert at home.

With their rich flavor profile, these whoopie pies are versatile enough to be served at parties or enjoyed as a sweet snack. Easily accessible through your easyChef Pro cookbook, you can quickly gather ingredients with our convenient shopping list feature, ensuring the lowest cost per serving.

Get ready to impress your friends and family with these Pumpkin Spice Whoopie Pies—perfect for your next meal prep!

Overview

Pumpkin whoopie pies are delightful, cake-like cookies filled with a creamy filling. These treats are perfect for fall gatherings or as a sweet indulgence any time of the year. The cookies are soft, spiced, and pair wonderfully with the sweet filling.

Diet Type

Vegetarian

Allergies

Eggs, Wheat, Dairy (if using cream cheese filling)

Cuisine

American

Serving Size: 18

Cooking Time: 40 minutes

Ingredients

• 2 Cups packed brown sugar, packed
• 1 Cup vegetable oil
• 1.5 Cups solid pack pumpkin, pureed
• 2 Large eggs
• 3 Cups all-purpose flour
• 1.5 Tablespoons ground cinnamon
• 0.5 Tablespoons ground ginger
• 0.5 Tablespoons ground cloves
• 1 Teaspoon salt
• 1 Teaspoon baking powder
• 1 Teaspoon baking soda
• 1 Teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 Large egg white
• 2 Tablespoons milk
• 1 Teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 Cup confectioners' sugar
• 0.75 Cup shortening
• 1 Cup confectioners' sugar, divided

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease baking sheets.
2. To make the cookie dough: In a bowl, combine brown sugar and oil. Mix in pumpkin and eggs, beating well. In a separate bowl, combine flour, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, salt, baking powder, baking soda, and vanilla. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients and mix to combine.
3. Drop dough by heaping teaspoons onto the prepared baking sheets.
4. Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes. Let cookies cool while you make the filling.
5. To make the whoopie pie filling: Beat egg white in a bowl and mix in milk, vanilla, then 1 cup confectioners' sugar. Mix well, then beat in shortening and the remaining 1 cup confectioners' sugar. Beat until light and fluffy.
6. Assemble the whoopie pies once the cookies are cool. Make sandwiches from two cookies filled with whoopie pie filling. Enjoy your delicious pumpkin whoopie pies!

Enjoy your homemade Pumpkin Spice Whoopie Pies!