Spicy Ginger Whoopees Recipe

Name: Spicy Ginger Whoopees
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 2 teaspoons baking soda; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 1/4 teaspoon cloves; Pinch cayenne pepper; 1/2 cup vegetable shortening; 1/4 cup coconut shortening; 1/4 cup molasses; 1 cup brown sugar; 2 eggs; 1/4 cup pumpkin puree; 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger; 1 cup confectioners' sugar; 1 tablespoon meringue powder; A few drops water

Servings: persons

2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1/4 teaspoon cloves
Pinch cayenne pepper
1/2 cup vegetable shortening
1/4 cup coconut shortening
1/4 cup molasses
1 cup brown sugar
2 eggs
1/4 cup pumpkin puree
1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1 tablespoon meringue powder
A few drops water

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
2
To make the cookies: In a medium mixing bowl whisk together flour, salt, baking soda, dry spices, and set aside.
3
In a large mixing bowl, beat with a hand mixer, the vegetable shortening and the coconut shortening together until creamy.
4
Add molasses and brown sugar and beat until smooth.
5
Add the eggs 1 at a time, the pumpkin puree and ginger.
6
Mix until well blended.
7
Slowly stir in the flour with a rubber spatula scraping the sides until all ingredients are well incorporated.
8
Roll the dough into 1-inch balls, flatten slightly with the back of a spoon and place on a cookie sheet.
9
Bake in the oven for 10 to 12 minutes.
10
Cool cookies for 5 minutes on cookie sheet.
11
Transfer cookies to wire racks and let cool.
12
To make the icing: In a medium bowl, combine with a hand mixer, the sugar, meringue powder and just enough water to make a smooth, glossy icing.
13
Transfer to a plastic baggie.
14
Snip the corner of the bag with scissors and drizzle onto cookies.

724

kcal

Calories

Fat

157

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 2 teaspoons baking soda, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and more.

Yes, Spicy Ginger Whoopees falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Spicy Ginger Whoopees

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