Homemade Oatmeal Cream Pie Recipe. If you’ve been craving the nostalgic goodness of those classic store-bought cookies, you’re in for a treat. This homemade version captures the irresistible combination of soft, chewy oatmeal cookies sandwiching a creamy, sweet filling. Get ready to indulge in a homemade twist on a beloved favorite that will transport you straight back to your childhood.
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Why You’ll Love These Oatmeal Cream Cookies
- Better Than The Original: Dare I say it? I’ve made these cookies even more delicious than the original version!
- Freezer Friendly: You can make a double batch and freeze half for later!
- My Personal Favorite: I have made this recipe over a dozen times. It is my go-to and all time favorite cookie recipe.
Who else is transported straight back to childhood whenever they wonder down the snack cake aisle at the grocery store? The boxes filled with Little Debbie’s snack bars and pastries call to me in a way that is so hard to resist. Especially the oatmeal cream pies.
When you take two soft and buttery oatmeal cookies and sandwich them with a perfectly sweetened cream filling they are hard to resist. A classic flavor for a reason with the most incredibly soft and chewy texture. Add this one to your recipe box and get ready to rock the next bake sale!
Oatmeal Cream Pie Ingredients
Oatmeal cream pies are the very FIRST snack baked under the Little Debbie brand name. They come in a box, individually packaged, making them ideal for lunch or after school treats. But what exactly is an oatmeal cream pie?
A sweet vanilla filling is sandwiched between two thin, soft, and chewy oatmeal cookies. The flavor combination is out of this world and a cookie recipe that is hard to share.
Here is what you need to make your own:
- Sugar: To help get that slight flavor of molasses brown sugar is used. It adds a slightly caramel like flavor that is perfect when paired with the filling.
- Butter: Unsalted butter that has softened to room temperature.
- Leavening Agents and Spices: Salt, to balance things, along with cinnamon, baking powder and baking soda.
- Flour: I have only used all-purpose flour when baking these cookies, so I can’t be confident if any other varieties will work well.
- Oats: Quick cooking oats are ideal for cookies.
- Filling: This filling is such a smooth and creamy bit of perfection. Made with butter, powdered sugar, cream and vanilla.
Homemade Oatmeal Cream Pie Recipe
- PREP: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Line two cookie trays with parchment paper, or silicone baking mats, for easy cleanup and set aside for later.
- FLOUR: In a small bowl, whisk together the salt, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, and flour. Set aside for later.
- BUTTER: Place the brown sugar and the softened butter into the bowl of a stand mixer that is fitted with the paddle attachment, or a mixing bowl with a hand mixer. Whip at medium speed until combined and fluffy.
- DOUGH: Scrape the sides of the bowl and then add the egg and vanilla extract. Mix until incorporated, about 30 seconds. Stir in the dry ingredients until just mixed in. Fold in the oats with the hot water.
- BAKE: Drop heaping spoonful’s of dough, about 1-2 tablespoons , onto the prepared baking trays leaving two inches between each cookie. Bake for 10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly browned.
- FROST: Allow the cookies to cool completely. Pipe or spread filling between two cookies and gently sandwich together.
Helpful Tools
- Baking Trays: I am a big fan of my Nordic Ware pans (affiliate). I have both the half sheet and full pan sizes and they are amazingly easy to clean.
- Silicone Baking Mats: Parchment paper is king in my kitchen, but only when both of my silicone baking mats (affiliate) are dirty. They are SO great for so many things and worth the $13 for a set of 3.
- Cookie Scoop: You can use a measuring cup. However, a 1 tablespoon cookie scoop (affiliate) is so handy and makes the process extra speedy.
Recipe Notes:
Homemade oatmeal cream pies can stay fresh for about 3 to 4 days when stored properly. I recommend to store them in an airtight container at room temperature to maintain their texture and flavor. For extended freshness, you can refrigerate them for up to a week. However, it’s best to bring them to room temperature before enjoying for optimal taste and texture.
Yes! To freeze them, it’s best to wrap each individual cream pie tightly in plastic wrap or place them in airtight freezer bags. They can be stored in the freezer for up to 2 to 3 months. When ready to enjoy, thaw them in the refrigerator overnight or at room temperature for a few hours.
While the traditional cream filling is a classic choice for oatmeal cream pies, you can certainly get creative and use different fillings to suit your preferences. Here are a few ideas: marshmallow frosting, chocolate ganache, or even a caramel filling!
You can definitely add nuts or raisins to the oatmeal cookie dough to enhance the flavor and texture of your oatmeal cream pies. Remember to adjust the quantities of nuts or raisins to your preference, and be sure to mention these optional add-ins in your recipe instructions for others to follow.
You can use old-fashioned oats as a substitute for quick oats in most recipes, including oatmeal cream pies. However, keep in mind that there will be a slight difference in texture and cooking time.
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Oatmeal Cream Pies
Ingredients
Cookies:
- 1¼ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 6 tablespoons butter softened
- 1 egg
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup quick cooking oats
- 2 tablespoons hot water
Filling
- ¾ cup butter softened
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 3 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1½ teaspoons pure vanilla extract
Instructions
Cookies
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Line two cookie trays with parchment paper, or silicone baking mats, for easy cleanup and set aside for later.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the salt, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, and flour. Set aside for later.
- Place the brown sugar and the softened butter into the bowl of a stand mixer that is fitted with the paddle attachment, or a mixing bowl with a hand mixer. Whip at medium speed until combined and fluffy.
- Scrape the sides of the bowl and then add the egg and vanilla extract. Mix until incorporated, about 30 seconds. Stir in the dry ingredients until just mixed in. Fold in the oats with the hot water.
- Drop heaping spoonful’s of dough, about 1-2 tablespoons , onto the prepared baking trays leaving two inches between each cookie. Bake for 10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly browned.
Filling
- Place the butter into a mixing bowl, preferably a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment.
- Beat for 1-2 minutes or until light and fluffy.
- Scrape the sides of the bowl and add in the powdered sugar, heavy cream and vanilla.
- Mix at medium speed 4 to 5 minutes, or until light and fluffy.
- Spread 1 tablespoon of filling in between two cooled cookies.
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Comments & Reviews
Clair says
The first recipe I ever made of Jesseca’s and remains a favorite. Easy to make and the taste is divine!
Jesseca says
Thank you, Clair!!
Delphine cakes says
best oatmeal cookie I’ve ever made
Jesseca says
Thank you, Delphine!
Ijeoma Ajuma says
This is the best oatmeal cookie I have ever made. I ate almost half of the cookies without frosting. I got about 32 crunchy cookies in all. Thank you Jessica
Jesseca says
I am so thrilled you loved these oatmeal cream pies! One of my all time favorites.
Fernanda Bringas says
How many cookies sandwiches are made from this recipe?
Jesseca says
It depends on how big you make them. We got 12 sandwiches out of ours
Anna says
Do the cookies have to be refrigerated because the of cream in the filling?
Jesseca says
No. Just make sure you store them in a sealed container.
maureen says
Belated Happy Birthday! 🙂
Oh my goodness! These cream pies are made of oatmeal? Wow. It’s healthy and sweet! Can I have one of these amazing oatmeal cream pies now? 🙂
A-Lex says
Happy Birthday!
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