OATMEAL WHOOPIE PIES

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Based on a recipe from The King Arthur Flour Cookie Companion cookbook. Since I live in Maine, where these are extrememly popular, I just had to try this recipe! I end up with a lot of marshmallow filling and I use it to make homemade marshmallows, often using a small cookie cutter to make them into shapes such as moose! They're a real hit in the hot chocolate when at camp and make great presents, particularly when presented alongside the whoopie pies themselves! The intro says, "These cookies are similar to the snack cake oatmeal pies -- two oatmeal cookies sandwiched around creme filling -- that you find at the grocery store. But instead of creme filling, we developed a rich, thick homemade marshmallow filling, which can be left plain, or flavored however you like (do we hear cinnamon?)."

Provided by mersaydees

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h8m

Yield 20 pies

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 1/2 cups brown sugar
1/2 cup vegetable shortening
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 large eggs
3 tablespoons milk (regular or low fat, not nonfat)
2 1/2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
2 cups rolled oats
1 1/2 cups cold water
4 (1/4 ounce) packages unflavored gelatin
3 cups granulated sugar
1/4 cup light corn syrup
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar (if making marshmallows)

Steps:

  • COOKIES:.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Lightly grease (or line with parchment paper) two baking sheets.
  • Cream together sugar, shortening, butter, salt, spices, baking powder, baking soda, and vanilla extract in large bowl.
  • Add in the eggs and milk, beating until smooth but not fluffy.
  • Stir in the flour and oats.
  • Drop the stiff batter by the tablespoonful onto the prepared baking sheets.
  • Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, until the cookies are set and not wet in the center.
  • Remove from oven and let cool 5 minutes on the pan. Transfer to a rack to cool completely.
  • FILLING:.
  • Add 3/4 cup of the water into the bowl of an electric stand mixer.
  • Sprinkle gelatin on top and let soften for 5 minutes.
  • In a medium saucepan set over high heat, bring remaining 3/4 cup water, the granulated sugar, corn syrup, and salt to a boil.
  • Cook, whithout stirring, until the mixture reaches soft-ball stage (234°F to 240°F), approximately 10 minutes.
  • Attach the mixer's whisk. Using the low speed setting, beat the hot syrup into the gelatin mixture. Gradually increase the speed to high and beat until soft peaks form, 3 to 5 minutes. Beat in the vanilla.
  • While waiting for the marshmallow to finish beating, line up half the cookies, flat side up, so you can spread them with frosting quickly.
  • Spread half the cookies with a generous 2 tablespoons marshmallow. Top with the reamining cookies.
  • You may wrap the pies individually, or store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 372.2, Fat 8.7, SaturatedFat 3.3, Cholesterol 27.6, Sodium 247.8, Carbohydrate 70.1, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 50.2, Protein 4.8

James King
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These whoopie pies were so easy to make and they turned out so delicious! I love the combination of oatmeal and cream cheese. I will definitely be making these again.


Fahad Ansari
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I'm not a big fan of oatmeal, but I loved these whoopie pies. The oatmeal flavor was subtle and not overpowering, and the cream cheese frosting was the perfect balance of sweet and tangy. I will definitely be making these again!


Nelli kk Mwenda
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These oatmeal whoopie pies are the perfect comfort food. They're soft, chewy, and packed with flavor. I love the way the oatmeal and cream cheese frosting complement each other. I will definitely be making these again!


Ahmed Sheikh
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These whoopie pies were a bit too dense for my taste. I think I would add a little more baking powder next time to make them lighter and fluffier.


Gerald Crait
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I love how easy these whoopie pies are to make. I can whip up a batch in no time, and they always turn out perfectly. They're also a big hit with my kids, who love the oatmeal and cream cheese frosting.


Umer Seid
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These oatmeal whoopie pies are a delicious and unique treat. The oatmeal adds a nice texture and flavor to the cookies, and the cream cheese frosting is a perfect complement. I highly recommend this recipe!


Nadiya Dogar
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I was disappointed with these whoopie pies. They were dry and crumbly, and the frosting was too runny. I won't be making them again.


Tulesh Roy
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These whoopie pies were a bit too sweet for my taste, but they were still good. I think I would reduce the amount of sugar in the frosting next time.


Yousha Telecom
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I've made these whoopie pies several times now and they're always a hit. They're so easy to make and they always turn out perfect. I love the way the oatmeal and cream cheese frosting complement each other.


Shafikulislam Bilu
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These were delicious! I made them for a potluck and they were gone in no time. Everyone loved them.


Mashal khan Khan mkk
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I love the combination of oatmeal and cream cheese in these whoopie pies. They're a perfect balance of sweet and savory. I also appreciate that they're not too difficult to make.


Evelyn Knowlton
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These oatmeal whoopie pies were a hit with my family! They were so soft and chewy, with a delicious oatmeal flavor. The cream cheese frosting was the perfect complement, adding a sweet and tangy flavor. I will definitely be making these again!