Ingredients:

  • 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup (200g) brown sugar, packed
  • 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3 cups (240g) rolled oats
  • 8 oz (226g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup (60g) powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon milk (or more for desired consistency)

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add eggs, one at a time, and mix thoroughly. Stir in vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
  5. Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture until just combined.
  6. Fold in rolled oats until evenly distributed.
  7. Cover the dough and chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
  8. Scoop large portions of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them apart.
  9. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown around the edges.
  10. Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
  11. In a bowl, beat together softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk until smooth and creamy.
  12. Once the cookies are completely cool, spread or pipe the creamy filling onto the flat side of one cookie and sandwich with another.
  13. Serve and Enjoy!