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Freezer Oatmeal Cookie Sandwiches

  • Author: Emily
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Description

Chewy oatmeal cookie sandwiches with a creamy cream cheese filling, designed to stay soft and sturdy in the freezer and lunchbox.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 2 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (for filling)
  • 1–2 teaspoons milk (optional, for filling)
  • 1/2 cup mix-ins (chocolate chips, raisins, nuts, etc.)

Instructions

  1. Whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon in a medium bowl and set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, beat softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy (2-3 minutes).
  3. Add the egg and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract to the butter mixture; beat on low until combined.
  4. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in two batches, mixing on low until just combined.
  5. Fold in rolled oats and chosen mix-ins with a spatula until evenly distributed.
  6. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  7. Scoop 2 tablespoons of dough per cookie, spacing them 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake for 12-14 minutes, removing when cookies look slightly underdone and soft in the center.
  9. Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely.
  10. In a small bowl, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla until smooth. Add milk if needed for consistency.
  11. Spread a tablespoon of filling onto the flat side of one cooled cookie and press a second cookie on top to form a sandwich.
  12. Place assembled sandwiches on a baking sheet and freeze for at least 1 hour until firm.
  13. Transfer frozen sandwiches to an airtight container or freezer bag for storage.

Notes

Do not overbake the cookies; they should remain soft to ensure they stay chewy after freezing. Ensure cookies are completely cool before adding the cream cheese filling to prevent melting. For gluten-free options, use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend and certified gluten-free oats. For dairy-free, use dairy-free butter and cream cheese. For vegan, use vegan butter, flax egg, and vegan cream cheese.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 sandwich
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 20
  • Sodium: 150
  • Fat: 10
  • Saturated Fat: 6
  • Carbohydrates: 32
  • Fiber: 2
  • Protein: 3

Keywords: oatmeal cookies, lunchbox treats, freezer friendly, cookie sandwiches, cream cheese filling, easy baking, kid-friendly snacks

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