Harvest Pumpkin Sandwich Cookies
Delight in the taste of autumn with these soft and spicy pumpkin sandwich cookies, filled with a creamy and sweet vanilla frosting.
Prep time: 30 minutesCook time: 12 minutesServes: 18
Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
1 tsp baking soda
1 tbsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp ground ginger
1/2 tsp ground cloves
1/2 tsp salt
1 cup brown sugar, packed
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 1/2 cups canned pumpkin puree
1 large egg
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
8 oz cream cheese, softened
3 cups powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, beat the brown sugar and vegetable oil together until combined, then mix in the pumpkin puree, egg, and 1 tsp of vanilla extract.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
5. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
6. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until cookies are set and the tops spring back when lightly touched.
7. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
8. For the filling, beat the softened butter and cream cheese together in a bowl until smooth.
9. Gradually add powdered sugar and 1 tsp vanilla extract, beating until the mixture is light and fluffy.
10. Once the cookies are cooled, spread a generous amount of filling on the flat side of a cookie and top with another cookie to form a sandwich.
Storage
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Reheating
Allow to sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes before serving.
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This recipe is for informational purposes only. Always follow proper food safety practices, cook foods to safe internal temperatures, and store leftovers appropriately. Results may vary.
