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Homemade Oatmeal Cream Pies Recipe

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These homemade oatmeal cream pies are a nostalgic treat featuring soft, chewy oatmeal cookies sandwiching a rich, creamy filling. Made from scratch with simple pantry ingredients, these pies deliver a perfect balance of sweetness and comforting textures, perfect for an indulgent snack or dessert.

Ingredients

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Cookie Dough

  • 1 cup unsalted butter (226 grams), softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar (200 grams), packed
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar (100 grams)
  • 1 tablespoon molasses
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour (250 grams)
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3 cups quick oats

Cream Filling

  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter (168 grams), softened
  • 2 ounces cream cheese (57 grams), full-fat, brick style

Instructions

  1. Prepare the cookie dough: In a large mixing bowl, cream together 1 cup softened unsalted butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar, molasses, and vanilla extract until light and fluffy. This creates the base of a rich, flavorful dough.
  2. Add eggs: Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next to maintain the dough’s structure and moisture balance.
  3. Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening agents and spices throughout the dough.
  4. Mix dry and wet ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, stirring just until combined to avoid overworking the dough and toughening the cookies.
  5. Add oats: Stir in the quick oats thoroughly to provide the traditional chewy texture and hearty flavor typical of oatmeal cookies.
  6. Shape and bake cookies: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Drop dough by rounded tablespoons onto baking sheets lined with parchment paper, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges turn golden brown. Remove and cool completely.
  7. Prepare the cream filling: In a medium bowl, beat together the softened butter and cream cheese until light and smooth. This creamy filling will sandwich the oatmeal cookies for a luscious finish.
  8. Assemble the pies: Spread a generous amount of cream filling on the flat side of one cookie, then top with another cookie, pressing gently to sandwich the filling without spilling over.
  9. Chill and serve: Place the assembled oatmeal cream pies in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to firm up the filling before serving for the best texture and flavor experience.

Notes

  • Ensure the butter and cream cheese are softened to room temperature to achieve a smooth and creamy filling.
  • Using quick oats is key for the texture; old-fashioned rolled oats may alter the chewiness.
  • Store finished oatmeal cream pies in an airtight container in the refrigerator to keep them fresh for up to 5 days.
  • For a variation, try adding chopped nuts or raisins to the cookie dough for extra texture and flavor.
  • Molasses gives the cookies a deep, rich flavor typical of classic oatmeal treats, so do not skip it.

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