These irresistible Pumpkin Whoopie Pies are a must-make seasonal spinoff. They’re filled with all of the classic autumn flavors we love, certain to move them to the top of your seasonal handheld desserts menu.

Easy Pumpkin Whoopie Pies Recipe

This seasonal whoopie pie recipe is a spinoff of classic chocolate whoopie pies. This pumpkin whoopie pies recipe is a fall treat that I look forward to making every year. They store beautifully in the refrigerator making them available for snacking. Whoopie pies are also referred to as gobs in different parts of the country. No matter what you call them, it all spells delicious. How to make simple Pumpkin Whoopie Pies with Cream Cheese Filling: (Scroll down for the full printable recipe card.)

Prepare Pans and Heat Oven – Preheat oven to 350°F. Line 2 large baking pans with parchment or a silicone baking mat. Set aside.
Flour Mixture – In a medium bowl, use a whisk to sift together flour, pumpkin pie spice, baking powder, baking soda and salt.
Creamed Ingredients – In a separate large bowl use an electric mixer to cream together butter, granulated sugar and brown sugar with teaspoon vanilla extract. Add eggs one at a time.
Pumpkin Puree -Add pumpkin, mix well. (Use 100% pureed pumpkin not pumpkin pie filling.)
Combine – Lower the speed of the mixer and gradually add the dry ingredients.
Divide Cake Batter – Divide the dough in 2 Tablespoon portions. Place on pan 2-inches apart on baking sheets.
Oven – Bake per the recipe until a toothpick inserted into the center comes back clean, then cool on a wire rack.
Filling – Beat together cream cheese, butter and vanilla until combined. Lower the speed of the mixer and gradually add powdered sugar, then add marshmallow fluff.
Fill Whoopie Pies – Divide cream cheese mixture between whoopie pies and sandwich together.
Store in an airtight container chilled.

How to Make the Best Pumpkin Whoopie Pies Recipe

Ingredients you’ll need to make homemade Pumpkin Whoopie Pies: All purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, pumpkin pie spice, granulated sugar, dark brown sugar, large eggs, vanilla extract and pumpkin puree.
To make the homemade Cream Cheese Filling you’ll need: Softened cream cheese, softened butter, powdered sugar (confectioners” sugar), vanilla extract and marshmallow fluff.
Kitchen gadgets you’ll need: Large bowl, medium bowl, measuring cups and spoons, a hand mixer or stand mixer, an offset spatula for the filling, a large silicone spatula or spoon plus baking pans.
I highly recommend using an ice cream scoop to keep the whoopie pies uniform in shape. The most common ice cream scoop we all use is for, well, ice cream. It’s a 4 ounce size. The size I recommend for these is a 2 ounce or one that’s half that size. You can also use a 1/4 cup measuring cup or 2 1/2 tablespoons or a cookie scoop.
What’s in pumpkin pie spice? It’s a blend of ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground ginger and cloves.
The amount of pumpkin whoopie pies you’ll yield depends on how the batter is divided. You can make these larger or smaller depending on how many servings you need. When changing the size, it may also affect the baking time. Do a trial run and bake one, then proceed based on those results.
Pumpkin pie spice is a blend of cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cloves, allspice and sometimes mace. It adds a depth of flavor that makes it my number one choice for these beauties. You could substitute using all cinnamon in a pinch.
Storage and Leftovers: These Pumpkin Whoopie Pies will keep for up to one week in an airtight container chilled in the refrigerator. If stacking, place wax paper or parchment paper between layers.
Freezer Storage: You can also freeze whoopie pies for up to 1 month.

More Southern Style Pumpkin Dessert Recipes to Make

In my opinion, the window for enjoying pumpkin desserts is way too short. There are just so may fantastic way to make it from breakfast and brunch to dessert. My advice is to enjoy it to the fullest. More pumpkin recipes you may also like to try:

Pumpkin Bread with Cream Cheese Filling is the perfect side for a cup of coffee or hot tea.
Pumpkin Pie Crumble served warm with vanilla ice cream is the dessert of champions.
Made from scratch Pumpkin Spice Cream Cheese Pound Cake is better than a bakery style cake.
Single Serving Mini Pumpkin Cheesecakes.
Skip the long lines at the drive through and make your own Pumpkin Spice Latte at home.
Start your day with a stack of Pumpkin French Toast.
Pumpkin Pie Smoothie from Family Fresh Meals

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