Homemade Oatmeal Cream Pies: Irresistibly Soft and Chewy!
Delight in the soft and chewy goodness of homemade oatmeal cream pies, a nostalgic treat perfect for any occasion!
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 3 cups quick oats
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- ½ cup shortening
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
- Combine the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt; gradually blend this into the creamed mixture.
- Stir in the oats.
- Drop by rounded tablespoons onto ungreased baking sheets.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool on wire racks.
- For the filling, beat together the powdered sugar, shortening, and vanilla until smooth; sandwich between two cookies.
Notes
- For a chewier texture, ensure cookies are slightly underbaked.
- Try adding chocolate chips or raisins for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Homemade Oatmeal Cream Pies, dessert, cookies