Description
Spiced Eggnog Oatmeal Cream Pies are the perfect festive treat that encapsulates the warmth of the holiday season. With their chewy oatmeal cookies and luscious spiced buttercream filling, these delightful sandwich cookies will surely become a favorite among friends and family. The comforting blend of cinnamon and nutmeg creates a cozy flavor profile, making them ideal for sharing at gatherings or enjoying during a quiet evening at home. Not only are they easy to prepare, but you can also make them ahead of time, ensuring you have delicious treats ready for any occasion. Indulge in this sweet seasonal delight that brings joy with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 2/3 cup old-fashioned whole rolled oats
- 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
- 1 cup packed light or dark brown sugar
- 2 Tablespoons non-alcoholic eggnog, at room temperature
- 1 large egg, at room temperature
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 10 Tablespoons unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
- 2 cups confectioners’ sugar
- 3 Tablespoons non-alcoholic eggnog, at room temperature
- 1/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Pinch each of salt, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg
Instructions
- 1. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, oats, baking soda, and salt.
- 2. In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and brown sugar until fluffy.
- 3. Add eggnog and egg to the mixture, beating until well combined.
- 4. Gradually mix in dry ingredients until just combined.
- 5. Chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
- 6. Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- 7. Roll chilled dough into balls and place on prepared sheets; bake for 11–12 minutes.
- 8. Allow cookies to cool before making the cream filling by beating softened butter with confectioners’ sugar, eggnog, vanilla extract, and spices until fluffy.
- 9. Assemble by spreading cream filling between two cookie halves.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie sandwich
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg