Description

Gingerbread Whoopie Pies are a delightful holiday treat that combines soft, spiced cookies with a creamy filling. Perfect for festive gatherings or cozy nights, each bite delivers the warmth of ginger and cinnamon, making these pies an irresistible addition to any dessert table. You’ll love how easy they are to make, and they promise smiles all around!

Ingredients

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2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
2 tsp ground ginger
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 cup unsulfured molasses
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
1 large egg
8 oz cream cheese (softened)
1 cup powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, and salt.
In a separate mixing bowl, beat together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg and molasses; mix until smooth.
Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture until just incorporated.
Scoop dough onto prepared baking sheets about 2 inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are firm but centers remain soft.
For the filling, beat cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth. Refrigerate while cookies cool completely.
Once cooled, spread or pipe the filling onto half of the cookies and sandwich them together.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 whoopie pie (60g)
Calories: 200
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 130mg
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 29g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 35mg

Keywords: Chill your dough before baking for better shape retention. Experiment with different spices or add chocolate chips for variety. Store in an airtight container for up to five days.