Description
Homemade Oatmeal Cream Pies are a nostalgic treat that combines soft, chewy oatmeal cookies with a luscious cream filling. This delightful dessert is perfect for any occasion—lunchboxes, family gatherings, or simply as an afternoon snack. Easy to make and customizable with your favorite mix-ins like chocolate chips or nuts, these pies will quickly become a cherished favorite. With just a few common pantry ingredients, you can whip up these delicious treats in no time!
Ingredients
- Rolled oats
- All-purpose flour
- Brown sugar
- Granulated sugar
- Unsalted butter
- Eggs
- Vanilla extract
- Powdered sugar (for filling)
- Vegetable shortening (for filling)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix rolled oats, flour, baking soda, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until combined.
- In another bowl, beat softened unsalted butter until creamy. Add eggs one at a time and mix in vanilla extract until fluffy.
- Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Scoop dough onto prepared baking sheets about two inches apart.
- Bake for 12 minutes or until edges are golden brown. Let cool completely before filling.
Notes
For added flavor and texture, consider mixing in chocolate chips or nuts before baking.
Chill the dough for 30 minutes to enhance flavors and prevent spreading.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to five days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie sandwich (45g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 105mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg