Homemade Oatmeal Cream Pies: A Nostalgic Sweet Treat

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Who doesn’t love the classic oatmeal cream pie? A soft, chewy oatmeal cookie with a sweet, fluffy cream filling is the perfect combination of nostalgia and indulgence. While these treats often remind us of childhood lunchboxes or quick store-bought snacks, making your own homemade version elevates them to an entirely new level. With the right ingredients and a bit of time in the kitchen, you can recreate these iconic treats with a homemade touch that will have your family begging for more.

The homemade version of oatmeal cream pies brings warmth and comfort in every bite. The cookies themselves are rich and hearty, flavored with cinnamon and made perfectly chewy with oatmeal. The best part is the luscious cream filling – a sweet, buttery goodness that spreads smoothly between two perfectly baked cookies. Every bite is a delightful blend of texture and taste that far exceeds anything you could find in a store.

Recipe: Homemade Oatmeal Cream Pies

Ingredients:

For the Cookies:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• ¾ cup firmly packed light brown sugar
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 3 cups quick or old-fashioned oatmeal

For the Cream Filling:

• ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 ½ cups confectioners' sugar, sifted
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon milk or half and half

Instructions:

For the Cookies:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and line cookie sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream together the softened butter and sugars until light and fluffy – about 3 minutes.
3. Add in the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until fully incorporated.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
5. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, blending until just combined. Stir in the oats until evenly distributed.
6. For large cookies, scoop about 3 tablespoons of dough onto the prepared cookie sheets. Bake for 13-15 minutes, until golden brown. For smaller cookies, use 1.5 tablespoons of dough per cookie and bake for 10-12 minutes.
7. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

For the Cream Filling:

1. In the bowl of a stand mixer, beat the softened butter on medium-high speed for about 5 minutes until it becomes pale and fluffy.
2. Lower the mixer speed and slowly add the sifted powdered sugar, mixing until fully combined.
3. Add the vanilla extract and milk, continuing to mix until smooth and creamy.
4. Turn the mixer back to medium-high speed and beat the filling for an additional 3-5 minutes for an extra fluffy texture.

To Assemble the Pies:

• Spread or pipe the cream filling onto the flat side of one cookie. Top it with a second cookie, pressing gently to create the classic oatmeal cream pie sandwich. Continue until all cookies are paired and filled.

The Perfect Sweet Treat

Homemade oatmeal cream pies are a delicious, nostalgic dessert that satisfies every craving for something sweet. Whether you're baking them for your kids or just as a treat for yourself, these cookies are sure to impress. The combination of soft, chewy oatmeal cookies and creamy filling is comforting and irresistible. Plus, you’ll love the sense of accomplishment when you create these nostalgic desserts from scratch in your own kitchen. Enjoy a few with a cold glass of milk for the perfect homemade snack!

To make your own Homemade Oatmeal Cream Pies, you'll be recreating a nostalgic treat with soft, chewy oatmeal cookies and a sweet, fluffy cream filling. This version brings back memories of store-bought classics, but with an elevated homemade touch.

Recipe Tips

When making the cookies, remember to keep them soft and chewy. One key trick is to avoid overbaking—the centers should still look slightly undercooked when you pull them out of the oven, as they will firm up while cooling. Additionally, ensure your butter is softened to room temperature for the filling to achieve a light and fluffy texture​(My Baking Addiction)​(Boston Girl Bakes).

After baking, allow the cookies to cool completely before spreading or piping the cream filling between them to avoid a melted mess