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Oatmeal Cream Pies

Oatmeal Cream Pies are the ultimate nostalgic dessert, featuring soft, chewy oatmeal cookies filled with a luscious creamy filling. These delightful treats bring comfort and joy to every bite, making them perfect for lunchboxes or cozy afternoons. Easy to make and customizable, they cater to everyone’s tastes. Indulge in this classic recipe that combines heartwarming flavors and textures!

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup softened butter
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup softened butter (for filling)
  • 1/2 cup marshmallow fluff

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In one bowl, combine flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. In another bowl, mix oats with brown and granulated sugars.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat together butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until creamy. Add the egg and vanilla; mix until well blended.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  5. Scoop tablespoon-sized dough onto prepared baking sheets about two inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden around the edges but soft in the center.
  6. Allow cookies to cool completely before preparing the filling by beating together powdered sugar, butter, and marshmallow fluff until smooth.
  7. Spread cream filling between two cookies to create sandwiches.

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Keywords: For added texture, consider incorporating chocolate chips or nuts into the cookie dough. Swap vanilla extract for almond extract in the filling for a unique twist.