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oatmeal cream pies recipe

Homemade Oatmeal Cream Pies

Ah, the nostalgia of biting into a soft, chewy oatmeal cream pie brings back so many warm memories! Whether they were a staple in your lunchbox or a sweet treat from the corner store, these delightful cookies have a way of making you feel like a kid again.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12 servings

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking sheets
  • Oven
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies

  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar packed
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3 cups old-fashioned oats

For the Cream Filling

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1-2 tbsp milk as needed for consistency

Instructions
 

  • Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Step 3: Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  • Step 4: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
  • Step 5: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
  • Step 6: Fold in the oats and raisins, if using.
  • Step 7: Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto ungreased baking sheets, leaving space between each cookie.
  • Step 8: Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
  • Step 9: While the cookies are cooling, prepare the cream filling. In a mixing bowl, beat together the softened butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Add milk as needed to achieve a smooth, spreadable consistency.
  • Step 10: Once the cookies are completely cool, spread a generous amount of cream filling on the flat side of one cookie and top with another cookie to form a sandwich.
  • Step 11: Repeat with the remaining cookies and filling. Enjoy your homemade oatmeal cream pies!

Notes

Store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. For longer storage, freeze the assembled cookies.
Keyword Cream Filling, Easy Dessert, Oatmeal Cookies