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Easy homemade Oatmeal Cream Pies bring back childhood memories in every bite. They’re made with a delicious blend of quick oats, molasses, cinnamon, and marshmallow fluff!
Easy homemade oatmeal cream pies
When you were a kid, what was your go to Little Debbie favorite? For us, Little Debbie Oatmeal Creme Pies we’re always a go to! Between the cinnamon flavored cakes and the fluffy fillings, they were (and still are!) so good. Today, I’m teaching you how to make them right in your own kitchen!
This easy recipe brings together butter, coconut sugar, molasses, quick oats, and more to create the most delicious copycat oatmeal cream pies. In my opinion, the fresh flavors make them taste even better than the originals! You’re going to love these, and if there are kiddos in your home, prepare for these to be their new favorite.
Ingredients in this copycat oatmeal pie recipe
This recipe uses two sets of ingredients: those in the oatmeal “cookies,” and those in the filling. Each one brings together flavorful ingredients that all contribute to making these oatmeal pies so delicious!
Cookies
- Butter: First up for the cookie base is 1/2 cup of softened butter. Go with salted over unsalted butter.
- Coconut sugar: Then, kick up the sweet flavor with 1 1/4 cup of coconut sugar. You can substitute with white granulated sugar if preferred. Avoid going with light or dark brown sugar as a substitute, as this will change the texture of the cookies.
- Egg: Help the ingredients bind together properly with 1 large egg.
- Molasses: Next, 2 tbsp of molasses help give the cookies that signature oatmeal cream pie flavor.
- Vanilla: Throw in 1 tsp of vanilla extract for good measure.
- Flour: Next is the flour! Use 1 1/3 cups of all purpose flour.
- Quick oats: Next, use 1.5 cups of quick rolled oats to thicken up the cookies and create the correct batter texture.
- Baking soda: 1/2 tsp of baking soda help the cookies bake properly.
- Baking powder: Follow the baking soda with 1/2 tsp of baking powder.
- Cinnamon: Add a bit of extra flavor by including 1/2 tsp of cinnamon.
- Salt: Last but not least, finish off the batter with 1/4 tsp of salt.
Filling
- Butter: 1/2 cup of softened butter creates the base of the filling.
- Marshmallow fluff: Follow the butter with 1 cup of marshmallow fluff. This is one of the best parts of the recipe!
- Powdered sugar: Finally, the filling is complete with 2/3 cup of powdered sugar.
Tools used to make this homemade dessert
When it comes to making these chewy oatmeal cookies, you’ll need a handful of kitchen tools and measuring cups. Below is everything you’ll need to create this recipe:
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- 2 Large mixing bowls
- Stirring utensil
- Hand mixer
- Cookie scoop (optional)
- Measuring cup sizes: 1/4 tsp, 1/2 tsp, 1 tsp, 1 tbsp, 1/4 cup, 1/3 cup, 1/2 cup, and 1 cup
How to make oatmeal cream pies with marshmallow fluff
This recipe comes together in a total time of under 20 minutes and yields 12 cookie sandwiches. Get ready to enjoy your new favorite treat!
First, preheat the oven to 350°F and line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, beat together the butter and coconut sugar until they’re combined. Add the egg and beat until it becomes creamy. Then, mix in the molasses and vanilla.
In a separate bowl, mix together the flour, oats, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until well combined.
Next, use 2 tbsp of cookie dough at a time and roll into balls. Flatten slightly. Bake for 9-10 minutes and then let cool completely before filling.
While the cookies cool (preferably on a wire rack), use a hand mixer to blend together the butter and marshmallow fluff. Slowly add the powdered sugar until creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
Add 1-2 tbsp of filling to half of the cookies, and then press the other half of the cookie tops down to make a sandwich.
Recipe Tips
How long do oatmeal cream pies last?
Leftover oatmeal cream pies stay nice and fresh for 3-4 days. They should be placed in an airtight container before storing on the counter or in the refrigerator. If storing in the freezer, enjoy within 1 month.
Do oatmeal cream pies have wheat in them?
This oatmeal cookie recipe uses ingredients made with wheat, yes.
What is oatmeal cream pie filling made of?
Though recipes vary, this oatmeal cream pie recipe is made with just three ingredients: butter, marshmallow fluff, and powdered sugar!
Why are oatmeal cream pies so good?
These homemade cream pies are so delicious because they’re made with flavorful ingredients like coconut sugar, molasses, butter, vanilla, cinnamon, and marshmallow fluff.
Drinks to enjoy with this dessert
Who says you can’t pair an oatmeal cream pie with a beverage?! Enjoy this dessert as a mid-morning snack or afternoon pick me up alongside an iced pumpkin spice latte, or enjoy it post-dinner with a pumpkin or peppermint espresso martini!
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Craving some more delicious desserts? Here are some ideas to try out next!
- Easy Cherry Pie Recipe
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- Healthy Homemade Snickers Bars
- Easy Vegan Black Bean Brownies
Recipe by Erin Morrissey and Photos by The Mindful Hapa
Oatmeal Cream Pies
Easy homemade Oatmeal Cream Pies bring back childhood memories in every bite. They’re made with a delicious blend of quick oats, molasses, cinnamon, and marshmallow fluff!
Ingredients
Cookies:
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1 1/4 cup coconut sugar
- 1 egg
- 2 tbsp molasses
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 1 1/3 cup all purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cup quick oats
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
Filling:
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup marshmallow fluff
- 2/3 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350F and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, beat butter and coconut sugar until combined. Add in egg and beat until creamy. Then mix in molasses and vanilla.
- In a separate bowl, mix together flour, oats, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- Slowly add dry ingredients to wet ingredients and mix until well combined.
- Using about 2 tbsp dough, roll into balls and flatten slightly before baking. Bake for 9-10 minutes and then let cool completely before filling.
- While cookies are cooling, use a hand mixer to blend together butter and marshmallow fluff. Slowly add in powdered sugar until creamy, scraping down sides as needed.
- Add 1-2 tbsp filling to half of cookies and press other half of cookie tops down to make a sandwich.
- Enjoy!
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McKayla says
These have such a rich flavour and a great texture. I made them gluten free with a 1:1 sub and they turned out great. Definitely will be repeating.
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Erin says
Hi McKayla, so happy you loved them and made them your own!!
Nikki says
These are absolutely delicious and super easy to make!! Will def be making them again!!
Erin says
Hi Nikki, so happy you loved them! 🙂
Kelly Thoman says
These are amazing taste just like oatmeal cream cookies!!!
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Erin says
Hi Kelly, so happy you loved them! 🙂
Erin S. says
What a wonderful recipe! My husband rated them as a 10/10! Thanks for sharing.
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Erin says
Hi Erin, so happy you both loved them!! 🙂
michelle b says
omg these are SO tasty. the molasses gives it this deep, warm flavor like how you get from a ginger snap (minus the ginger) I will press down more next time since they didn’t flatten much in the oven. but the flavors in this cookie are incredible!
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Erin says
Hi Michelle, so happy you loved them so much! 🙂
Meghan says
These were so good! My cookies didn’t spread very much so they ended up being a thicker sandwich then the photos but nobody minded since they tasted so great 🙂 We all said they reminded us of childhood.
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Erin says
Hi Meghan, so happy you loved them! 🙂