Oatmeal Creme Pies

Halloween is just around the corner, and I’ve got you covered with these Oatmeal Creme Pies! These dreamy, chewy goodies will make you popular at any party or (let’s be real) brighten that 3 p.m. snack slump. If you’re into comfort food with that homemade, I-put-my-love-in-this kinda vibe, then you’re in the right place. Spoiler: they taste like childhood memories crammed into every bite. Why? Because these bad boys combine the timeless delight of oatmeal cookies with a rich, creamy filling.

Now, I gotta tell ya, my spouse practically prances down the hallway when he knows I’ve whipped up a batch of these. It’s like he’s got a sixth sense for sweets! Picture this: we’re curled up on the couch, binge-watching the latest whatever-we’re-obsessed-with, and these pies are basically our third-wheel shadow. My kids? Forget about it. They’ve learned how to implement effective bargaining tactics to snag an extra one when they think I’m not watching. Somehow, these pies have become a cherished tradition — our very own family legend.

Why You’ll Love This Oatmeal Creme Pies

– They’re like the store-bought treats from your lunchbox dreams but homemade and packed with all the feels.
– Perfect for hectic days, lazy days, or when you just need to pretend life is a little easier with a sweet treat.
– Simple enough to make with kiddos, which doubles the fun, mess, and memories. Who doesn’t want more kitchen chaos?

How to Make It

Alright, here’s the deal. First, scoop up some butter. Not too cold, not melted. I’m talking “Goldilocks and the Three Bears” levels of just right. Jam out to your favorite playlist while you cream that with brown sugar. Once that’s dreamy and smooth, kinda like a food commercial where everyone’s wearing white shirts, you’re ready to rock some eggs in there. Don’t freak out if they do that slippery thing on the counter — it happens. Mix in your dry ingredients slowly, unless you want a flour explosion (been there, done that). Plop spoonfuls onto your baking sheet and into the oven they go, leaving your house smelling like cozy dreams. Cool them (if you can wait) then fill them with the creamy love concoction you whipped up earlier. Done-zo!

Ingredient Notes

– Brown Sugar: Adds depth and a caramel-y undertone, like an edible hug. Too much or too little and it’s a different cookie creature.
– Butter: This isn’t the time to be skimpy. Trust me; it’s the backbone that makes these pies unreal.
– All-Purpose Flour: You ever used self-rising by accident? Yeah, not a swap I recommend unless you like edible bricks.

Recipe Steps:

1. Cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
2. Add eggs and vanilla; mix well.
3. Stir in combined flour, baking soda, and cinnamon.
4. Fold in oats until just combined.
5. Drop by spoonfuls onto a baking sheet and bake.
6. Once cool, spread or pipe creme filling between two cookies.

What to Serve It With

Pair these with a tall glass of milk or your favorite after-dinner coffee. Heck, a bowl of vanilla ice cream on the side never hurt anyone, right?

Tips & Mistakes

– If your cookies spread too much, try chilling the dough a bit in the fridge the next go-round.
– Filling oozing out? You’ve gone a bit overboard, but hey, nobody’s mad at extra filling.

Storage Tips

Store these beauties in an airtight container. If we’re being honest, store one on the top shelf and the rest in plain sight – less temptation to devour them all immediately. Leftovers (if they exist) are a breakfast-slash-anytime snack. Enjoy with zero shame.

Variations and Substitutions

Swap raisins for chocolate chips if you need that zhuzh factor for boozy Friday night snacking. Substitute honey or coconut sugar if you’re watching sugar, but don’t leave out the butter. Tried it once, cried about the result.

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Oatmeal Creme Pies

Soft and chewy oatmeal cookies sandwiched with a creamy vanilla filling, perfect for a nostalgic treat.

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Prep Time: 20 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes minutes

Total Time: 35 minutes minutes

Servings: 12

Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients

 

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Main Ingredients

• ▢ 1 cup unsalted butter softened
• ▢ 1 cup granulated sugar
• ▢ 1 cup brown sugar packed
• ▢ 2 large eggs room temperature
• ▢ 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• ▢ 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• ▢ 1 teaspoon baking soda
• ▢ 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ▢ 0.5 teaspoon salt
• ▢ 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
• ▢ 2 cups powdered sugar for filling
• ▢ 0.5 cup unsalted butter softened, for filling
• ▢ 1 teaspoon vanilla extract for filling
• ▢ 2 tablespoons milk for filling

Instructions

Preparation Steps

• Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
• In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
• Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
• In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Gradually add to the creamed mixture.
• Stir in the rolled oats until evenly combined.
• Drop dough by rounded tablespoons onto prepared baking sheets. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
• Allow cookies to cool completely on wire racks before assembling the filling.
• To make the filling, beat together powdered sugar, softened butter, vanilla extract, and milk until smooth and creamy.
• Spread or pipe the filling onto the flat side of half the cookies, then top with the remaining cookies to form sandwiches.
• Enjoy your homemade oatmeal creme pies or store in an airtight container.

Notes

These oatmeal creme pies keep well for up to 4 days stored airtight at room temperature.