Description
Halloween Whoopie Pies are the ultimate festive treat, combining the rich flavors of chocolate and pumpkin in a soft, cake-like cookie sandwich. Filled with creamy frosting, these delightful pies are perfect for Halloween gatherings or cozy nights at home. With their whimsical appearance and scrumptious taste, they are sure to impress your family and friends this spooky season.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1/4 cup unsalted 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, cocoa powder, baking soda, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and salt.
- In a large bowl, beat together eggs, buttermilk, pumpkin puree, and vanilla until smooth. Gradually add dry ingredients; mix until just combined.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of batter onto prepared sheets about two inches apart. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until springy to touch.
- For the filling, beat cream cheese and butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar until smooth.
- Once cookies cool completely, spread or pipe filling onto one side and sandwich with another cookie.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 whoopie pie (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg