Description
Gingerbread Oatmeal Cream Pie Cookies are a delightful fusion of spiced gingerbread and creamy filling, making them the perfect treat for cozy winter evenings. These cookies feature a satisfying crunch on the outside and a soft, luscious center that evokes nostalgic holiday memories. With their inviting aroma and rich flavors, these cookies are sure to become a beloved favorite in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup old-fashioned oats
- 2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground ginger
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for filling)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together oats, flour, ginger, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time and mix in the vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Scoop rounded balls of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden and centers remain soft.
- Let cool completely on wire racks before adding filling.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg