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Irresistible Pumpkin Patch Whoopie Pies in 30 Minutes

Pumpkin patch whoopie pies

Soft pumpkin cookies with a creamy filling, perfect for fall.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ginger
  • 1/4 tsp nutmeg
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and salt in a bowl.
  3. Cream butter and brown sugar until fluffy. Beat in egg, pumpkin, and vanilla.
  4. Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet until combined.
  5. Drop tablespoon-sized dough onto the baking sheet. Bake for 10-12 minutes. Cool completely.
  6. Beat cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla for the filling.
  7. Spread filling on half the cookies, then top with remaining cookies.

Notes

  • Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
  • For softer cookies, chill dough for 30 minutes before baking.

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