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Pumpkin Oatmeal Cream Pies

Cookies· dessert· Fall Flavors· Holiday Favorites· Popular Recipes
September 6, 2018

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Pumpkin Oatmeal Cream Pies – Vanilla frosting is sandwiched between two chewy pumpkin oatmeal cookies to make the perfect spiced cookie for the fall season

Happy September! Labor Day has come and gone which means…Fall is coming!! Football started this past weekend, I’m already seeing pumpkins in grocery stores, and Halloween costume ideas are flooding my Pinterest feed. Man, Fall is coming in full-force!

Fall has always been my favorite season but this year it has snuck up on me so fast.  I think having a baby screwed up my seasonal clock because I wasn’t eagerly awaiting Fall like I normally am.

But now that September has begun, I am ready to welcome the season with open arms! And the first fall recipe that I am sharing with you is pretty damn incredible, if I do say so myself.

As you know, the first recipe of every month is always a cookie recipe. Therefore, I am using this month’s cookie recipe to formally welcome in the season.

So without further ado, I present to you my Pumpkin Oatmeal Cream Pies!

Stack of Pumpkin Oatmeal Cream Pies Stack of two Pumpkin Oatmeal Cream Pie cookies Closeup on a Pumpkin Oatmeal Cream Pies

My husband is a HUGE fan of oatmeal cream pies so he was the main inspiration for this treat. Because oatmeal and cinnamon go so well with pumpkin, I knew this would be a great opportunity to give this classic cookie a fall makeover.

This recipe tastes (and smells!) almost exactly like the Little Debbie favorite. However, as you can see in the photos, the oatmeal cookie has more oatmeal texture than the store-bought version. I happen to prefer this texture because it makes the cookie a little chewier.

Top view of a Pumpkin Oatmeal Cream Pie

These cookies are quite simple to throw together, believe it or not. They are not any more work or effort than these whoopie pies. So if you’ve tackled that recipe, these will be a piece of cake…err I mean cookie!

One of my favorite things about this recipe is that you don’t have to plan a lot of time to get through it. The oats keep these cookies from spreading super thin so there is no need to chill the dough before baking. Therefore, these cookies will be done in less than an hour from start to finish. Hooray!

To make sure you get this recipe right the first time, I have a few tips for you guys:

  1. This recipe calls for quick-cooking oats. These are different from instant oats, which will make the cookies super mushy. Make sure you get the container of oats that says quick-cooking!
  2. Do not undercook these cookies. The cookies are already pretty chewy and moist. If you undercook them, they will fall apart when you try to make them into sandwiches. You’ll know when the cookies are perfectly cooked when the edges become deep golden brown.
  3. Make sure the cookies are completely cooled before you make them into sandwiches. The filling will melt everywhere if it’s placed on warm cookies. If you’re worried about whether the cookies are cooled enough, place them in the freezer for 5-10 minutes.

And there we have it – the first pumpkin recipe of the season. But most certainly not the last 😉

What other pumpkin recipes are you baking this season? Let me know in the comments below!

Pumpkin Oatmeal Cream Pies with oats scattered around it

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Pumpkin Oatmeal Cream Pies

Vanilla frosting is sandwiched between two chewy pumpkin oatmeal cookies to make the perfect spiced cookie for the fall season
Prep Time20 minutes mins
Cook Time10 minutes mins
Total Time30 minutes mins
Servings: 18 cookies

Ingredients

For the cookies:
  • 1 2/3 cup flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon allspice
  • 1 2/3 cup quick-cooking oats
  • 3/4 cup butter unsalted, softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2/3 cup canned pumpkin puree
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
For the filling:
  • 2 sticks butter unsalted, softened
  • 4 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract

Instructions

For the cookies:
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Prepare 2 to 3 baking sheets by lining with parchment paper or silicone liners. Set aside.
  • Add flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and spices to a large bowl and whisk together. Add oats and stir together.
  • In a bowl fitted for a stand mixer, cream butter until light and fluffy. Add sugars and beat until fluffy, about 2 minutes. Add pumpkin, egg yolk, and vanilla extract and mix until combined. Add flour mixture and mix until just combined.
  • Using a cookie scoop, scoop a ball of cookie dough and roll into a perfect ball. Place cookie balls on baking sheet about 2 inches apart. Using 2 fingers, flatten the cookie balls into flat circles.
  • Bake cookies in preheated oven for 9-10 minutes or until the edges of the cookies turn golden brown. Remove from oven and cool fro 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks to finish cooling. Assemble sandwiches with filling recipe below after cookies cool completely.
For the filling;
  • Add butter to a bowl fitted for a stand mixer. Beat until fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add powdered sugar and salt and turn mixer to low. Pour in heavy cream and vanilla extract while mixer is on low. Once all ingredients are combined, turn mixer to medium-high and beat for 2 minutes until light and fluffy.
  • Place frosting into a gallon-sized ziplock bag and seal shut. Cut off a corner of bag. Squeeze filling onto half of the cookies. Sandwich filling with the other cookies. Serve immediately or store for up to 3 days.

Notes

Recipe adapted from A Bajillian Recipes

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    November 23, 2024 at 8:10 pm

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  2. Rosie says

    April 7, 2020 at 10:38 pm

    I’ve made these twice now and am afraid to do it again because they’ll be gone in a minute. So so so delicious. Thank you for sharing!

    Reply
  3. Peggy says

    October 30, 2019 at 5:05 pm

    These were PERFECT! I even used gluten free flour and they were so delicious. My family devoured them!

    Reply
    • Sharon says

      November 12, 2019 at 7:28 pm

      Yay! Thanks so much for the feedback!

      Reply
      • Madison says

        October 23, 2023 at 3:25 pm

        Hi is there any way to adapt the frosting to have cream cheese

        Reply
  4. Danielle says

    September 8, 2019 at 10:56 pm

    I made this yesterday and was very pleased with the results! They turned out perfectly! I took some over to my in-laws for Sunday dinner dessert and they couldn’t get enough of these. These will definitely become a fall staple!

    Reply
  5. Bethany says

    October 31, 2018 at 1:07 pm

    Just made these – very yummy!
    I would recommend squishing the dough balls down a little more than I did. They don’t really spread while they cook, so keep that in mind. The frosting mostly squished out of mine when you bite into them, but I think that’s because of the shape.
    Great flavor though, for the cookie and the frosting!

    Reply
    • Sharon says

      November 19, 2018 at 10:48 am

      Thanks so much for the feedback!

      Reply
  6. nora says

    October 20, 2018 at 5:15 am

    I attempted to make the oatmeal cream pies. the cookies did nothing in the oven. no golden brown edges, cookies are on the dry side and icing is incredibly dull and sweet. very disappointed. expected a soft chewy caramelized cookie. I am an avid baker. double checked recipe and process. I didn’t miss anything.

    Reply
  7. Cathy says

    October 10, 2018 at 9:41 am

    Can these be made ahead of time. Want to make for wedding. They look so good

    Reply
    • Sharon says

      November 19, 2018 at 10:50 am

      Aw thank you! Yes, but don’t make too far in advance. I’d say 2-3 days before serving is good

      Reply
  8. Tina says

    September 10, 2018 at 5:13 am

    Those look amazing! I wish I could just pick one right out from the screen right now. Can’t wait to try the recipe!

    Reply
  9. Heather says

    September 10, 2018 at 4:24 am

    This looks absolutely amazing! Super easy to make and great spin to a classic treat adding the pumpkin.. very creative!

    Reply
  10. Kelsey says

    September 9, 2018 at 11:40 pm

    My kids would love these in their school lunches or would be great for an afterschool snack! You pictures make them so appealing as well!

    Reply
  11. Jessica Pinney says

    September 9, 2018 at 11:08 pm

    Okay, I love the original Oatmeal Cream Pies and this homemade version with a Fall twist looks to die for!! Must try!

    Reply
  12. Kitty says

    September 9, 2018 at 9:23 pm

    My mom usd to make pumpkin cookies similar to this. They were so delicious! Making a pumpkin oatmeal cookie into a cream pie is genius!

    Reply
  13. Chef Markus Mueller says

    September 9, 2018 at 8:21 pm

    I’m not a huge pumpkin fan myself, but my wife is. She would love these! I assume I can use fresh pumpkin cooked into a puree form in this recipe?

    Reply
  14. Tammy says

    September 9, 2018 at 2:47 pm

    I can’t wait for cheat day! These looks soo good and I love the pumpkin! Pinning for later …cannot wait to try!

    Reply
  15. Rachel says

    September 9, 2018 at 2:27 pm

    This looks delicious. I am ready for fall and all of the fall recipes.

    Reply
  16. Ashley @ Big Flavors from a Tiny Kitchen says

    September 8, 2018 at 9:30 am

    Those soft, chewy oatmeal cookies look like the perfect frosting delivery vessel! Ha! I’m not *quite* ready for pumpkin yet, but these beauties should be on the menu soon for sure 🙂

    Reply
  17. Anne Murphy says

    September 8, 2018 at 8:42 am

    I must say, those look and sound much more appealing than the commercial version! (OK, so I’m biased toward good oatmeal cookies…) What a great Fall treat!

    Reply
  18. Shelley says

    September 7, 2018 at 12:53 pm

    These look so delicious! I love the fall twist on this absolute classic – the whole pumpkin-oatmeal vibe just screams autumn comfort food yumminess! Gorgeous photos, too – I nearly had to chomp on my screen as I read!

    Reply
  19. Dominique | Perchance to Cook says

    September 7, 2018 at 9:24 am

    Oatmeal cookie + pumpkin in cream pie form?! Oh my gosh! These are my Fall cookie soulmates and I can’t wait to give them a try! They look perfect!

    Reply
  20. Amanda says

    September 7, 2018 at 8:39 am

    I typically don’t like cream pies because they are too sweet, but I will definitely give anything pumpkin flavored a try!

    Reply
  21. Mary says

    September 7, 2018 at 8:02 am

    These look SO good! I am going to have to make these in the next week!

    Reply
  22. Kelly Anthony says

    September 7, 2018 at 7:41 am

    My husband is going to go crazy over these. He loves oatmeal cream pies and I know the pumpkin will only make it more delicious.

    Reply
  23. Danielle Wolter says

    September 7, 2018 at 7:17 am

    It’s like you knew exactly what I needed in my life. These sound absolutely incredible. The boyfriend doesn’t like oatmeal in his cookies, but he’s about to get some!!

    Reply
  24. Mary Bostow says

    September 7, 2018 at 4:10 am

    Wow these look amazing!!! Looks very tasty. And I want to make these asap.

    Reply
  25. Natalie says

    September 7, 2018 at 1:45 am

    I love cream pies! These look so delicious and perfect for Halloween! Can’t wait to make these ♥

    Reply
  26. Raina says

    September 7, 2018 at 12:29 am

    These look delicious and perfect for Fall! YUM!

    Reply
  27. Tisha says

    September 6, 2018 at 11:57 pm

    I loved these growing up!! Still do! Can’t wait to try to make them at home now!!!

    Reply
  28. Patricia says

    September 6, 2018 at 9:52 pm

    These literally have my mouth watering!! What a tasty recipe! I’ve got to try it!!

    Reply
  29. Marina says

    September 6, 2018 at 4:57 pm

    These look amazing, but they’re not vegan…I should “try” a vegan option cos they look delicious 🙂

    Reply

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