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Pumpkin Oatmeal Cream Pies

Soft and chewy pumpkin oatmeal cookies sandwiched with spiced cream cheese filling.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Total Time 34 minutes
Servings: 12 pies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Fall Baking
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

Cookie Batter
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
Cream Filling
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Wire rack
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger. Set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add egg, vanilla extract, and pumpkin puree; mix until smooth.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring until combined. Fold in oats.
  6. Scoop cookie dough onto prepared baking sheets (about 2 tablespoons each). Flatten slightly.
  7. Bake for 12–14 minutes until edges are golden and centers are set. Let cool completely on wire racks.
  8. For the filling, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add powdered sugar, vanilla, and cinnamon; whip until fluffy.
  9. Spread or pipe filling onto the flat side of one cookie and sandwich with another.
  10. Chill for 20 minutes before serving to help set the filling.

Notes

These pumpkin oatmeal cream pies are perfect for fall gatherings and cozy afternoons with tea.