
Oatmeal Cream Pie Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 3 cups old-fashioned oats
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1/2 cup shortening
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons milk
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream butter and both sugars.
- Beat in eggs and vanilla.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients.
- Stir in oats.
- Drop by rounded tablespoons onto ungreased baking sheets.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool on baking sheets for 2 minutes, then remove to wire racks.
- For filling: Beat butter, shortening, powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk until fluffy.
- Spread filling between two cookies.
- Store in airtight container.
Special Notes
These soft and chewy cookies are perfect for a sweet treat. The combination of oats, brown sugar, and cream filling creates a nostalgic flavor that's hard to resist. The key is to not overbake the cookies to maintain their soft texture. It's a great way to recreate your favorite childhood snack at home.