Pumpkin whoopie pies (these are the best!)

3 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
2cupsBrown sugar
1cupVeg. oil
cupCooked, mashed pumpkin (not the canned stuff, too runny.)
2Eggs
3cupsFlour
1teaspoonSalt
1teaspoonBaking powder
1teaspoonBaking soda
1teaspoonVanilla
tablespoonCinnamon
½tablespoonGinger
½tablespoonGround cloves

Directions

1. Cream sugar and oil. 2. Add pumpkin and eggs. Add flour, salt, baking powder, soda, vanilla, and spices. Mix well. 3. Drop by heaping teaspoons onto greased cookie sheet. Bake at 350 degrees for 10-12 mins.

Variation: Add ½ cup ground Black Walnuts for a great additional flavor.

Book: "From Amish and Mennonite Kitchens", Phyllis Pellman Good and Rachel Thomas Pellman.

From: Jean Polixa Date: 08-22-94 Submitted By GAIL SHIPP On 10-10-95