Get ready to experience a dessert that will make your taste buds dance with pure autumn delight! These Pumpkin Whoopie Pies are not just a treat; they're a magical combination of soft, spiced cake-like cookies sandwiched with creamy cream cheese frosting that will transport you straight to cozy fall memories. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you'll create a dessert so delicious, your family and friends will be begging for seconds (and thirds)!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 whoopie pies
Ingredients
- 1 box spice cake mix
- 1 cup canned pumpkin
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1 cup cream cheese frosting
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the spice cake mix, canned pumpkin, eggs, vegetable oil, and pumpkin pie spice. Mix with an electric mixer on medium speed for 2-3 minutes until the batter is smooth and well combined.
- Using a cookie scoop or large spoon, drop rounded tablespoons of batter onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. The batter will spread during baking, so leave enough room between each dollop.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers spring back when gently touched.
- Remove from the oven and let the whoopie pie cakes cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once the cakes are completely cooled, spread cream cheese frosting on the flat side of one cake, then sandwich with another cake to create a whoopie pie.
- For best results, refrigerate the whoopie pies for 30 minutes before serving to allow the frosting to set.
- Store finished whoopie pies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
Tips
- Use room temperature ingredients to ensure smooth batter mixing and consistent texture.
- Don't overmix the batter - mix just until ingredients are combined to keep the cakes light and fluffy.
- Use a cookie scoop for uniform-sized whoopie pies that bake evenly.
- Allow cakes to cool completely before adding frosting to prevent melting.
- For extra flavor, try adding a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg to the cream cheese frosting.
- If the batter seems too thick, add a tablespoon of milk to achieve the right consistency.
- Refrigerating before serving helps the frosting set and enhances the flavor melding.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 266kcal
Carbohydrates: 27g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Cholesterol: 38mg
