Delicious and Festive Gingerbread Whoopie Pies

These gingerbread whoopie pies are the perfect holiday treat that will delight your taste buds with the warm and comforting flavors of ginger, cinnamon, and molasses. These soft and pillowy gingerbread cookies sandwich a creamy and luscious filling, creating a perfect balance of textures and flavors. Whether enjoyed during a cozy winter evening or shared with loved ones during holiday gatherings, these gingerbread whoopie pies are sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
• 1/4 cup molasses
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup buttermilk
• For the Filling:
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 cups powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2-3 tablespoons milk

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add the molasses, egg, and vanilla extract to the butter mixture. Mix until well combined.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with buttermilk. Mix just until combined.
6. Drop rounded tablespoons of the batter onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
7. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges of the cookies are set and lightly browned.
8. Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Meanwhile, prepare the filling by creaming together the softened butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract in a mixing bowl.
10. Gradually add milk, one tablespoon at a time, until the filling reaches a smooth and spreadable consistency.
11. Once the cookies are completely cooled, spread a generous amount of filling on the flat side of half the cookies.
12. Top with the remaining cookies to create sandwich-like whoopie pies.
13. Serve and enjoy these delicious gingerbread whoopie pies!

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