Description
Indulge in the nostalgic delight of Vegan Oatmeal Cream Pies, a healthier twist on the classic cookie sandwich that brings comfort and joy in every bite. These soft and chewy oatmeal cookies are dairy-free, eggless, and can easily be made gluten-free, making them perfect for everyone to enjoy. Filled with a luscious vegan vanilla buttercream, these treats are ideal for any occasion—from cozy fall evenings to festive holiday gatherings. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, even beginner bakers will find it easy to whip up these delicious desserts. Enjoy the delightful combination of flavors and textures that make these oatmeal cream pies an irresistible homemade treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup vegan butter
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 flax egg (1 tbsp ground flaxseed + 3 tbsp water)
- 1 tbsp molasses
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 cups quick oats
- 1 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup vegan butter (for frosting)
- 2–6 tbsp non-dairy milk (for frosting)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (for frosting)
- Pinch of salt (for frosting)
- 2–3 cups powdered sugar, sifted (for frosting)
Instructions
- Prepare the flax egg by mixing ground flaxseed with water; let sit for 5 minutes until thickened.
- In a large bowl, cream together vegan butter and sugars until smooth. Mix in the flax egg, molasses, and vanilla extract.
- Whisk together oats, flour, baking soda, cinnamon, baking powder, salt, and nutmeg in another bowl.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients; mix until just combined.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Drop dough onto sheets and bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
- For the frosting, beat vegan butter with non-dairy milk until smooth; gradually add powdered sugar.
- Once cookies cool completely, spread frosting between two cookies to assemble.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cream pie (50g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg