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Gingerbread Whoopie Pies

Delightful gingerbread whoopie pies filled with a creamy filling, perfect for holiday gatherings and any sweet occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the cookies
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Sifted
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar Packed
  • 1/2 cup molasses
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the filling
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, cream together the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the molasses, egg, and vanilla, mixing well.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, blending until just combined.
  6. Drop tablespoonfuls of the dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Baking
  1. Bake for 10-12 minutes until just set. Let cool.
Filling Preparation
  1. For the filling, beat the cream cheese and heavy cream until smooth, then mix in the powdered sugar.
Assembly
  1. Spread a generous amount of filling on the flat side of one cookie, then top with another cookie to form a sandwich.
  2. Enjoy your delicious Gingerbread Whoopie Pies!

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Can be frozen for up to 3 months in plastic wrap.