Description
Gingerbread Whoopie Pies are the perfect holiday treat, blending soft, spiced gingerbread cookies with a creamy filling. These delightful desserts are not only easy to make but also fill your kitchen with the warm aroma of molasses and spices. Ideal for festive gatherings or cozy nights at home, Gingerbread Whoopie Pies are sure to bring smiles to family and friends. Customize them with various fillings for a personal touch!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 cup unsulfured molasses
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1/2 cup softened butter
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup confectioners' sugar
- 1/4 cup heavy cream or cream cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, ground ginger, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time and mix in vanilla extract.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just mixed.
- Scoop rounded mounds of batter onto baking sheets about 2 inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are firm but centers are soft.
- Allow to cool slightly on baking sheets before transferring to wire racks. Fill with cream once cooled.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 whoopie pie (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg