Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of pumpkin oatmeal cream pies, a charming twist on a beloved classic. These sweet treats feature spiced pumpkin oatmeal cookies, chewy and comforting, paired with a luscious maple cream cheese buttercream filling. Perfect for cozy fall gatherings or as an everyday indulgence, these cream pies are sure to impress with their warm flavors and satisfying texture. Whether enjoyed with a hot beverage or served at celebrations, they bring a touch of seasonal joy to any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 20 tbsp (283g) unsalted butter, browned and cooled
- 1 1/2 c (180g) all purpose flour
- 1 tbsp chai spice blend or pumpkin spice blend
- 1 tsp (5g) baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3/4 c (150g) light brown sugar
- 3/4 c (150g) granulated sugar
- 1 (18g) large egg yolk, room temperature
- 1 c (230g) pumpkin puree, blotted
- 2 tsp (10ml) vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 c (191g) old fashioned rolled oats
- 10 tbsp (141g) unsalted butter, browned and cooled
- 4 oz. (113g) cream cheese, softened
- 2 1/2 c (280g) powdered sugar, sifted
- 1 tsp (5ml) vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp maple extract, optional
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1–3 tbsp (15–45 ml) milk, as needed
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine browned butter and sugars until smooth. Add egg yolk, pumpkin puree, and vanilla; mix well.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, chai spice blend, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, then stir in oats.
- Drop tablespoon-sized portions onto prepared sheets and bake for 10 minutes or until golden around the edges. Allow cookies to cool completely.
- For the filling, beat together browned butter and cream cheese until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar followed by vanilla extract, cinnamon, and enough milk to achieve desired consistency.
- Assemble by spreading buttercream between two cookies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie sandwich
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Use freshly made pumpkin puree for enhanced flavor. Experiment with different spices or fillings based on your preference.