Maple-Glazed Pumpkin Spice Whoopie Pies

These Maple-Glazed Pumpkin Spice Whoopie Pies are the ultimate autumn treat, perfect for cozy gatherings or a sweet afternoon snack. Soft, cake-like pumpkin cookies are sandwiched together with a smooth and creamy filling, then drizzled with a rich maple glaze, creating a delightful combination of flavors and textures.

The key to these whoopie pies is using fresh pumpkin puree and a blend of warm spices that evoke the essence of fall. These treats not only look beautiful but also taste incredible, making them a must-try during the pumpkin season!

Maple-Glazed Pumpkin Spice Whoopie Pies

Serves: 12 Prep Time: 20 minutes Cooking Time: 15 minutes 15 minutes

Nutrition facts: 180 calories 8g fat

Rating: 5.0/5

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Ingredients

INGREDIENTS

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 cup pumpkin puree
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (for filling)

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, pumpkin pie spice, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, pumpkin puree, and vanilla extract until well combined.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
5. Using a cookie scoop, drop spoonfuls of the batter onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each for spreading.
6. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Remove and let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
7. Meanwhile, prepare the filling by beating together the powdered sugar, cream cheese, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
8. Once the cookies are cool, spread a generous amount of the filling on the flat side of one cookie and sandwich it with another cookie, flat side down.
9. For the glaze, whisk together powdered sugar and maple syrup until smooth and drizzle over the assembled whoopie pies. Allow the glaze to set before serving.

Notes

Tip: For a more intense maple flavor, feel free to add a bit more maple syrup to the glaze!

For best results, make sure to use pure pumpkin puree rather than pumpkin pie filling to avoid extra sweetness and spices. If you’re short on time, you can prepare the pumpkin spice filling ahead of time and store it in the fridge until you’re ready to assemble the whoopie pies.

These whoopie pies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to a week. You can also freeze them for longer storage – just make sure to wrap them well to prevent freezer burn!