Can I substitute the almond butter in the cookies?

Yes, the recipe states you can replace the unsweetened natural almond butter with any nut butter you prefer for the cookie base.

Why do I need to flatten the cookie dough balls before baking?

The recipe instructs to flatten them with your palm because these specific cookies do not spread on their own during baking.

Is it necessary to soak the cashews for the frosting?

Yes, soaking the cashews is crucial for achieving the smooth, creamy consistency required for the frosting, as specified in the ingredients list.

How should I store leftover Oatmeal Cream Pies?

Store the assembled pies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days to keep the frosting fresh and the cookies soft.

Can I use only one type of oats for the cookies?

The recipe calls for both old-fashioned oats and quick-cooking oats to achieve the desired chewy texture, so it's best to use both as specified.

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Oatmeal Cream Pies
[Vegan, Oil-Free, Gluten-Free]

TC By: Tori Cooper

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A stack of three vegan, oil-free, and gluten-free oatmeal cream pies, showcasing the chewy oat cookies and creamy white cashew frosting.

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Oatmeal Cream Pies [Vegan]

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Ever wanted to make you're own healthier version of this classic treat? Now you can! Hey, these are gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan, oil-free, and pretty close to being refined sugar-free. You could probably get away with simply using cashews and maple syrup if you want though.

Ingredients You Need for Oatmeal Cream Pies [Vegan, Oil-Free, Gluten-Free]

Cookies:

1/4 cup unsweetened natural almond butter you can replace with any nut butter
1/4 cup coconut cream
1/2 pure maple syrup
1/2 cup coconut palm sugar or raw cane sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 teaspoons baking powder
2/3 cup blanched almond flour
1 cup gluten-free oat flour
2 cup old-fashioned oats
2 cup quick-cooking oats

Frosting:

3/4 cup cashews soaked
2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
2 cups organic powdered sugar
1/4 cup coconut cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt

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How to Prepare Oatmeal Cream Pies [Vegan, Oil-Free, Gluten-Free]

Preheat oven to 350ºF. Mix coconut cream, nut butter, coconut sugar, and maple syrup until combined. Add vanilla, salt, and baking powder. Mix in almond and oat flour, then oatmeal.
Roll dough into 1 1/2 tablespoon-sized balls, place evenly apart on a parchment-lined baking sheet, and flatten with palm because these cookies don't spread.
Bake for 8-10 minutes or until edges are golden.
Remove and cool completely.
Whisk together ingredients for frosting in a medium bowl until smooth.
When cookies are cool, use a knife to spread frosting between sets of 2 to make cream pies.