An iconic grocery store treat, homemade Oatmeal Cream Pies feature soft and chewy oatmeal cookies with a sweet vanilla filling. Just as delicious as the original, this from scratch version is made without artificial flavors or preservatives for a treat you can feel great about making and eating!
Copycat Oatmeal Cream Pies
Make the most delicious Oatmeal Cream Pies you’ve ever tasted with this simple recipe. Made completely from scratch, these cookie sandwiches feature a smooth, sweet filling spread between 2 soft-baked and wonderfully spiced oatmeal cookies.
These copycat cookies are 100% homemade and 100% delicious! Perfect for any and all occasions, these pies are always a hit.
Why You’ll Love this Oatmeal Cookie Recipe:
- DELICIOUS: Each oatmeal cream pie is loaded with flavor and texture, with hearty oats, warm cinnamon, spiced molasses, and sweet vanilla.
- EASY: You’ll be surprised at how quickly and easily these pies come together. It’s a fun afternoon project for young bakers to help with, too!
- HOMEMADE: Unlike the original Oatmeal Cream Pies, these pies are made from scratch without any preservatives or artificial flavors.
Ditch the packaged Oatmeal Cream Pies and make your own from scratch using simple baking ingredients.
How to Make Oatmeal Cream Pies
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- Beat the wet ingredients together.
- Mix the dry ingredients together.
- Combine the wet and dry ingredients.
- Scoop 2 tablespoon-sized cookies onto prepared baking sheets/
- Bake.
- Flatten and cool the cookies.
- Make the filling.
- Assemble and enjoy!
Oatmeal Cream Pies are a quintessential Little Debbie cookie featuring 2 soft oatmeal cookies sandwiched with a sweet, creamy marshmallow filling. Easily make them at home using this simple recipe!
Store oatmeal cream pies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days. I like them best on day 2 after the flavors have intensified and the filling starts to soften the oatmeal cookies.
When stored properly, these cream pies should last up to 4 days.
To freeze oatmeal cream pies, wrap each pie individually in plastic wrap, place in an airtight bag or container, and freeze for up to 3 months. Remove from the freezer and thaw before serving.
If you love this childhood sweet treat, whip up a batch at home!
Tips!
- For perfect oatmeal cookies, try not to overmix the wet and dry ingredients.
- Keep an eye on the cookies as they bake. When the edges are lightly golden brown, they’re done!
- When removing the cookies from the oven, tap the baking sheet at least 3 times on the counter to flatten the cookies.
- Mix it up and add sprinkles or chocolate chips to the filling for a little something extra!
Making sandwich cookies has never been easier. Anyone can prepare this simple recipe!
What kind of oats are best for oatmeal cream pies?
For best results, use quick-cook oats. If you don’t have quick-cook oats, pulse old-fashioned oats a couple of times in a blender to break them down. Measure out 2 ½ cups of these oats and continue with the recipe.
Is there a substitute for marshmallow fluff in the filling?
Marshmallow fluff is a must-use in this filling recipe. Instead of using the filling recipe included below, use a buttercream frosting or hazelnut spread between the cookies. Get as creative as you’d like!
Can I make a chocolate cream filling?
Yes! Add 1 tablespoon of unsweetened cocoa powder to the filling mixture.
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Sweeten anyone’s day with a plate of homemade oatmeal cream pies. What’s not to love?
More Homemade Cookie Recipes to Try:
- Mom’s Famous Snickerdoodles Cookie Recipe
- Loaded Salted Caramel Soft Batch Cookies
- Raspberry Chocolate Coconut Bars
- Carrot Cake Sandwich Cookies
- Chocolate Gooey Butter Cookies
- Chocolate Vanilla Pinwheel Cookies
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Oatmeal Cream Pies Recipe
Ingredients
For the Cookies
- 1 cup unsalted butter 227 grams, room temperature (2 sticks)
- ¾ cup brown sugar 160 grams
- ¼ cup granulated sugar 50 grams
- 2 large eggs 100 grams, room temperature
- 2 tablespoons unsulphured molasses 43 grams
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 4 grams
- 2½ cups quick-cooking oats 223 grams
- 2 cups all-purpose flour 240 grams
- 1 teaspoon baking soda 6 grams
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 3 grams
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ⅛ teaspoon ground cloves
For the Filling
- ½ cup unsalted butter 113 grams, room temperature (1 stick)
- 1 cup powdered sugar 113 grams
- 1 tablespoon heavy cream 14 grams
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 4 grams
- 1 cup marshmallow fluff 128 grams
Recommended Equipment
- Kitchen Scale (optional)
- Cookie Portion Scoop (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Line 2 large baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, use a hand mixer to cream the butter and sugars together at medium speed until light and creamy, about 2 minutes.1 cup unsalted butter, ¾ cup brown sugar, ¼ cup granulated sugar
- Add the eggs, molasses, and vanilla and mix well.2 large eggs, 2 tablespoons unsulphured molasses, 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- In another bowl, whisk the oats, flour, baking soda, cinnamon, salt, and cloves together.2½ cups quick-cooking oats, 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, ½ teaspoon kosher salt, ⅛ teaspoon ground cloves
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Scoop 2-tablespoon-sized cookies onto the prepared baking sheets – place them 3 inches apart.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, until lightly golden around the edges.
- Remove the baking sheet from the oven and tap it gently 3-4 times on the counter to flatten the cookies. Allow the cookies to cool for at least 5 minutes. Transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely.
- While the cookies cool, make the filling. Place all of the filling ingredients in a clean bowl and use a hand mixer to combine until smooth.1 cup powdered sugar, 1 tablespoon heavy cream, 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract, 1 cup marshmallow fluff, ½ cup unsalted butter
- Use a knife or icing spatula to spread about 2 tablespoons of filling on the bottom side of half of the cookies, then sandwich each with a second cookie. Serve and enjoy!
Last step! Don’t forget to show me a pic of what you made! Upload an image or tag me @thecookierookie on Instagram!
Becky’s tips
- For perfect oatmeal cookies, try not to overmix the wet and dry ingredients.
- Keep an eye on the cookies as they bake. When the edges are lightly golden brown, they’re done!
- When removing the cookies from the oven, tap the baking sheet at least 3 times on the counter to flatten the cookies.
- Mix it up and add sprinkles or chocolate chips to the filling for a little something extra!
Nutrition Information
Love this recipe so much!!! It doesn’t taste EXACTLY like the OG oatmeal cream pie, but I truly think it tastes better. And my husband agrees! The one mistake I made was not mixing the filling long enough and it wasn’t as stiff as it should’ve been. But I made it again and was patient and it was so worth it!!
That looks delicious, Amanda! We’re so glad you love this recipe!