How to Make Oatmeal Whoopie Pies - A Step-by-Step Guide

Whoopie pies are a classic American treat, consisting of two soft, cake-like cookies sandwiched together with a creamy filling. But what if we took this beloved dessert and gave it a wholesome twist? That's where Oatmeal Whoopie Pies come in. These delightful hand-held treats bring together the comforting flavor of oatmeal with the indulgent sweetness of a whoopie pie, creating a delightful dessert that is perfect for any occasion.

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups packed brown sugar
  • ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 3 tablespoons boiling water
  • 2 cups quick cooking oats
  • 2 cups confectioners' sugar
  • 1 large egg white, beaten
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¾ cup shortening

Information

  • Prep Time: 40 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 18
  • Yield: 18 whoopie pies

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease 2 baking sheets.
  • Make the cookies: Beat brown sugar and butter in a large bowl with an electric mixer until light and fluffy. Add eggs and mix well.
  • Mix together flour, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl. Add flour mixture to wet ingredients in 2 batches, alternating with boiling water, mixing batter after each addition until well combined. Stir in oats.
  • Drop spoonfuls of dough 2 inches apart onto the prepared baking sheets.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, switching racks halfway through. Remove from the oven and transfer to wire racks to cool.
  • While the cookies are cooling, make the filling: Beat 1 cup confectioners' sugar, egg white, milk, and vanilla until combined. Beat in shortening and remaining 1 cup confectioners' sugar until light and creamy.
  • Spread filling onto 1/2 of the cooled cookies, then sandwich with remaining cookies.
  • Nutrition

    396 cal.

    • Total Fat: 18g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 41mg
    • Sodium: 236mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 57g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 37g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Calcium: 52mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 100mg