Oatmeal Cream Pies
Delicious homemade oatmeal cookies sandwiched with a rich and creamy filling.
Ingredients
For the Oatmeal Cookies
- 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats Adds texture and nutty flavor.
- 1 cup all-purpose flour Provides structure.
- 1/2 cup whole wheat flour Enhances flavor and nutrition.
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter Softened.
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar Packed.
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Cream Filling
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter Softened.
- 2 cups powdered sugar Sifted.
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 to 3 tbsp heavy cream or whole milk
- A pinch salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine rolled oats, all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In another bowl, beat butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract, mixing well after each addition.
- Gradually fold in the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Scoop dough into 1 to 1 1/2-inch balls and place on prepared baking sheets. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden brown.
- Allow cookies to cool completely on a wire rack.
- For the filling, beat butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and continue beating until fluffy.
- Mix in vanilla extract and salt, then slowly add heavy cream or milk until desired consistency is reached.
- Spread cream filling on the flat side of one cookie, then top with another cookie to form a sandwich.
Notes
Try adding a dash of lemon zest to the cream filling for a citrus twist!