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Indulgent Homemade Oatmeal Cream Pies to Satisfy Your Cravings

Delicious and customizable Oatmeal Cream Pies, featuring creamy filling between chewy cookies, perfect for desserts and snack cravings.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 12 pies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 2 cups old-fashioned oats Avoid quick-cooking oats for best results.
  • 1 cup unsalted butter Softened at room temperature.
  • 1 cup brown sugar Light brown preferred, packed tightly when measuring.
  • ½ cup granulated sugar Adds sweetness.
  • 2 large eggs Use room temperature eggs.
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour Measure accurately.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Check for freshness.
  • ½ teaspoon salt Enhances flavors.
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon Use freshly ground.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Opt for pure for best flavor.
For the Filling
  • 2 cups powdered sugar For sweetness and texture.
  • ¼ cup heavy cream Adjust for desired consistency.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • spatula
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Cookie scoop
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter with brown sugar and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the room-temperature eggs one at a time, mixing well, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.
  5. Gradually add the dry mixture to the creamed mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined.
  6. Fold in the old-fashioned oats until evenly distributed.
  7. Drop rounded portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden and centers are slightly underbaked.
  9. Cool the cookies on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  10. Prepare the filling by beating the butter until creamy, then gradually add powdered sugar and mix in the heavy cream and vanilla until smooth.
  11. Spread the cream filling on one cookie and press another cookie on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Customize with chocolate chips or nuts as desired. Ensure all ingredients are room temperature for best results.

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