PUMPKIN "GOBS"

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Pumpkin

I'm originally from Johnstown, Pa and "gobs" are really big there. They are a cross between a cookie and a cake with a creamy filling in between. Pumpkin gobs are a great, sweet treat for the fall season. They are very easy to make and will be a hit for the holidays!

Provided by Marian Naccarato

Categories     Cookies

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 c brown sugar
1 c vegetable oil
2 c pumpkin
2 eggs
1 tsp cinnamon
1 tsp ginger
1 tsp cloves
1 tsp salt
1 tsp baking powder
1 tsp baking powder
1 tsp vanilla extract
3 c flour

Steps:

  • 1. Combine above ingredients into a large bowl, mixing by hand as you add ingredients. Spoon into an un-greased cookie sheet by rounded tablespoonful. Bake at 350 for 13 to 15 minutes depending on your oven. Let cool, fill (recipe below) and sandwich together.
  • 2. FILLING: 1 small box of instant vanilla or french vanilla pudding (dry powder only) 1 cup of cold milk 1 1/2 cups of powdered sugar 1 cup butter flavored shortening Beat on high speed for at least 5 min. until thick and creamy.

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