Oatmeal Cream Pies
Oatmeal cream pies are a delightful indulgence that combines soft, chewy oatmeal cookies with a rich creamy filling, perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings. These nostalgic treats are easy to make and bring back fond memories with every bite. Ideal for sharing or enjoying solo, they are sure to become a favorite in your household.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup old-fashioned oats
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, whisk together oats, flour, brown sugar, granulated sugar, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat softened butter and sugars until creamy; mix in vanilla extract.
- Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture until just blended.
- Scoop tablespoons of dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes until golden brown.
- While cooling, whip powdered sugar with milk until smooth to create the filling.
- Once cookies are cool, spread the filling between two cookies to assemble and enjoy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: - For added flavor variations, consider mixing in chocolate chips or substituting vanilla extract with almond extract. - Ensure cookies are completely cool before adding the filling to maintain the ideal texture.