Description

Indulge in the warmth of Gingerbread Whoopie Pies, the perfect holiday treat! These soft, spiced cookies feature a luscious cream cheese filling that brings cozy vibes to any winter gathering. With each bite, relish the delightful harmony of ginger, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Whether enjoyed fresh or frozen for later, these whoopie pies will surely become a festive favorite.

Ingredients

Scale

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp ground ginger
1 tsp ground cinnamon
½ tsp ground nutmeg
1 tsp baking soda
¼ tsp salt
¾ cup granulated sugar
¾ cup brown sugar (packed)
½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
8 oz cream cheese (for frosting)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a bowl, whisk together flour, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
In another bowl, beat softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until fluffy (3-4 minutes).
Add eggs one at a time along with vanilla extract; mix until smooth.
Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet ingredients until just mixed; avoid overmixing.
Drop tablespoon-sized dollops onto prepared sheets about 2 inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes until set but soft.
Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
Whip cream cheese until smooth; use it to fill half of the cooled 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 (50g)
Calories: 180
Sugar: 14g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 26g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: For added flavor, substitute molasses with honey or maple syrup. Mix in chocolate chips or chopped nuts for extra texture. Store in an airtight container for up to three days or freeze wrapped individually for later enjoyment.