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    Home ยป Recipes ยป Gluten-Free Sweet Treats ยป Gluten-Free Oatmeal Cream Pies

    Gluten-Free Oatmeal Cream Pies

    Published: Feb 23, 2021 ยท Modified: Sep 22, 2024 by Chandice ยท This post may contain affiliate links ยท 18 Comments

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    These chewy, sweet, and perfectly spiced Gluten-Free Oatmeal Cream Pies will transport you right back to your childhood. This nostalgic treat made is with simple ingredients and an oh-so creamy filling, nobody will ever know they’re gluten free.

    Gluten-Free Oatmeal Cream Pies stacked on each other

    If you’re anything like me, one bite of an oatmeal cream pie brings back all of the childhood memories. I remember loving those as a kid but when I was diagnosed with celiac disease years back, I had to give up the Little Debbie cream pies and create my own copycat recipe.

    Why this gluten free oatmeal cream pie recipe is the best

    • Authentic texture: These cookies are chewy and perfectly flat, just like the Little Debbie version.
    • Crowd pleaser: Loved by kids and adults alike, be prepared to make a second or third batch of these gluten free cookies.
    • Simple ingredients: No need to search for special ingredients, you probably have most of them lying around the house already.
    • Easy to store: While the shelf life of these cookies isn’t anywhere near the store bought kind, these cookies will stay good for 4 days at room temp or up to 4 months in the freezer.

    Ingredients You’ll Need (and Substitutions)

    • Sugar: Brown sugar is best for this recipe, it richness and warm notes.
    • Butter: Youโ€™ll need it for both the cookies and the filling. If you’re dairy free, you can use a plant-based butter.
    • Eggs: Helps bind everything together, but flax eggs work well as a substitute.
    • Gluten-free vanilla extract: Make sure your vanilla extract is gluten free because some types are not celiac friendly.
    • Gluten-free oats: Be sure to use certified gluten-free oats if you have celiac disease or are highly sensitive to gluten. I recommend Gluten-Free Prairie oats for the best quality.
    • Cinnamon: Essential for that classic taste! Don’t forget!
    • Almond flour: Helps with that traditional “flat” texture, but you can substitute with more gluten-free all-purpose flour if needed.
    • Gluten-free all-purpose flour: Choose one with a good mix of starches and flours for best results.

    What is oatmeal cream pie filling made of?

    The filling for these gluten-free oatmeal cream pies is rich, smooth, and almost irresistible. A generous amount of creamy butter gives the frosting it’s luscious texture. For the sweetness, you’ll need powdered sugar and add a splash of gluten-free vanilla extract for flavor. This classic combination creates a light, fluffy cream filling that pairs perfectly with the chewy oatmeal cookies perfectly.

    What else can I make with oatmeal?

    If you bought oats just for this recipe, here are some other ways to use up the rest of your oatmeal…

    • Gluten free oat flour pancakes
    • Peanut butter oatmeal bars or peanut butter energy balls
    • Double chocolate oatmeal cake
    • Strawberry baked oatmeal bars
    • If you like fancier oatmeal, try muesli

    How to make gluten free oatmeal cream pies

    Butter and sugar: In a stand mixer or large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

    Eggs: Add the eggs and mix until the wet ingredients are fully combined.

    Dry ingredients: Slowly add in gluten free oats, flours, baking soda, baking powder, and vanilla until a dough forms.

    Gluten-Free Oatmeal Cream Pies step-by-step

    Roll: Using a cookie scoop or ice cream scoop, roll tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto your prepared baking sheet.

    Bake: Bake for roughly 10 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.

    The filling: While the cookies are cooling prepare the filling by whipping butter, powdered sugar, vanilla and a splash of milk until fluffy.

    Assemble: Once the cookies are cooled, spread the filling onto one cookies then sandwich it with another for the perfect oatmeal cream pie.

    Gluten-Free Oatmeal Cream Pies in a hand

    Why are my oatmeal cream pies not chewy?

    To ensure your pies turn out chewy and not crispy, make sure you donโ€™t over bake them. The center should still be slightly soft when you take them out of the oven, and theyโ€™ll continue to firm up as they cool.

    Gluten-Free Oatmeal Cream Pies icing smeared on one side of the cookie

    How to store homemade oatmeal cream pies

    Storing: If you happen to have leftovers, you can store them at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 4 days. These make great after school treats or additions to lunches the next day.

    Freezing: If you want to store these gluten free cookies for longer, you can freeze them for up to 3 months. After assembling, make sure they’re completely cooled and freeze i an airtight container or ziplock bag. When you’re ready to enjoy, let the cookies thaw at room temp for about 10 minutes.

    Gluten-Free Oatmeal Cream Pies stacked on a baking rack

    More gluten free cookie recipes

    • Chocolately s’mores cookies
    • Oh so soft frosted sugar cookies
    • Ooey gooey red velvet cookies
    • Christmas ginger molasses cookies
    • Classic oreo balls
    • The perfect gluten free chocolate chip cookies
    • Gluten-free thin mints
    • More gluten free desserts

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    Gluten-Free Oatmeal Cream Pies

    Gluten-Free Oatmeal Cream Pies stacked on each other
    5 from 8 votes
    These chewy, sweet, and perfectly spiced Gluten-Free Oatmeal Cream Pies will transport you right back to your childhood. This nostalgic treat made is with simple ingredients and an oh-so creamy filling, nobody will ever know they're gluten free.
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    Prep Time: 15 minutes mins
    Cook Time: 10 minutes mins
    Total Time: 25 minutes mins
    Course: Dessert, Snack
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: cookies, cream, oatmeal,, pies
    Servings: 8 servings
    Calories: 815kcal
    Author: Chandice Probst

    Ingredients

    • 1 1/2 cup brown sugar
    • 1 cup butter
    • 2 eggs
    • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
    • 1 tablespoon gluten-free vanilla
    • 1 3/4 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour
    • 3/4 cup almond flour
    • 2 1/2 cups gluten-free oats
    • 1 teaspoon baking soda
    • 1 teaspoon baking powder
    • 3/4 cup butter room temperature
    • 2 1/2 cup powdered sugar
    • 1/2 tablespoon gluten-free vanilla
    • 1 tablespoon milk

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 350ยฐ
    • In a stand mixer, cream together butter and brown sugar
    • Add eggs and mix well
    • Add in remaining ingredients and combine
    • On a silicone lined or greased baking sheet, please small cookie scoop or tablespoon size balls on the baking sheet 3 inches apart
    • Bake for 10-11 minutes
    • The middle should be a bit undone still and the edges golden brown, be sure not overbake or they won’t be chewy
    • Let cool a couple minutes then remove and place on a wire cooling rack
    • Meanwhile, prepare the filling by mixing together softened butter and gluten-free vanilla extract
    • Beat on medium speed 2 minutes then add the powdered sugar 1/2 cup at a time and mix well
    • Pipe the cream filling on to the flat side of one cooled cookie then top with the remaining cookie to make a cream pie

    Notes

    How to store homemade oatmeal cream pies

    Storing: If you happen to have leftovers, you can store them at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 4 days. These make great after school treats or additions to lunches the next day.
    Freezing: If you want to store these gluten free cookies for longer, you can freeze them for up to 3 months. After assembling, make sure they’re completely cooled and freeze i an airtight container or ziplock bag. When you’re ready to enjoy, let the cookies thaw at room temp for about 10 minutes.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1cream pie | Calories: 815kcal | Carbohydrates: 90g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 49g | Saturated Fat: 27g | Trans Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 148mg | Sodium: 546mg | Potassium: 203mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 52g | Vitamin A: 1304IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 113mg | Iron: 3mg

    *This post was originally posted on October 18, 2017. It has been updated with new photos and a few tweaks to the recipe.

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    Comments

    1. Shari says

      December 21, 2024 at 2:07 pm

      I would love to make these but I have an egg allergy. Would you recommend flax eggs or egg replacer?

      Reply
      • Chandice says

        December 24, 2024 at 3:32 pm

        The simple truth brand egg replacer is the only one I know to work in cookies. We do a 3 to one ratio of water to egg replacer when making it then add a touch extra liquid (milk) to the batter if it is too dry.

        Reply
    2. Kelly says

      October 11, 2023 at 11:17 pm

      Did you use old fashioned oats?

      Reply
      • Chandice says

        October 12, 2023 at 4:48 pm

        Yes, but quick cooking work as well.

        Reply
    3. Mandie says

      September 06, 2023 at 9:27 am

      Canโ€™t believe this recipe came up, as I just made the exact same with IKEA oat biscuits, not gluten free, with cream cheese and โ€˜butter icingโ€™ (thatโ€™s what it is called in the UK). Now I can make them gluten free too, without having to go to IKEAโ€ฆwoohoo!
      And I canโ€™t believe I am saying thisโ€ฆthat is a lot of calories!

      Thank you for sharing

      Reply
      • Chandice says

        September 12, 2023 at 2:21 am

        Yay!! I am so happy for you to make them gluten-free. ๐Ÿ™‚

        Reply
    4. Anita Hodge says

      April 03, 2023 at 4:48 pm

      5 stars
      I tried these and they are AMAZING!!!! Best gluten free anything that Iโ€™ve ever tried!!!

      Reply
      • Chandice says

        April 03, 2023 at 6:51 pm

        Awww this means the world to me! Thank you so much! ๐Ÿ™‚

        Reply
    5. Sarah says

      March 01, 2023 at 1:35 am

      These look amazing! Canโ€™t wait to try.

      Reply
      • Chandice says

        March 06, 2023 at 8:57 pm

        Thanks Sarah, you will love them!

        Reply
    6. Samantha says

      November 20, 2022 at 2:07 am

      5 stars
      Definitely makes more than 8 servings

      Reply
      • Chandice says

        November 27, 2022 at 6:33 am

        Depends on how many you eat, ha ha! ๐Ÿ˜‰

        Reply
    7. Sherry says

      April 11, 2022 at 6:38 am

      Is there a recommendation on making these also sugar free?

      Reply
      • Chandice says

        April 13, 2022 at 5:07 pm

        Hmmm, I am not sure since they are pretty full of sugar. I am sorry I don’t have a better response…

        Reply
    8. Cheryl says

      April 03, 2021 at 8:10 pm

      We have a nut allergy in the family. Can I leave out the almond flour and increase the gluten free flour by the amount of the almond flour?

      Reply
      • Chandice says

        April 07, 2021 at 3:10 am

        You can but the texture might be a bit more puffy than chewy. They should still be great though.

        Reply
    9. Lauren says

      April 13, 2020 at 1:47 am

      Hi! Iโ€™m excited to make these ๐Ÿ™‚ can I just use instant oats if I donโ€™t have this specific type of oatmeal?

      Thanks!

      Reply
      • Chandice says

        April 16, 2020 at 11:19 pm

        Absolutely ๐Ÿ™‚

        Reply
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