Oatmeal Sandwich Cookie Recipe

by Paula Deen

Oatmeal cookies are comfort food. An oatmeal sandwich cookie recipe is comfort food on steroids. Especially when it's Paula Deen's oatmeal raisin sandwich cookie recipe. I have so many memories of eating the sandwich cookies which had been packed in my lunch box.

They were always such a treat! It would have been even more fun to make my own. If you feel the same way, I hope you decide to make Paula's recipe and share your experience with us after you do. There will be an invite to share your favorite recipe, as well, even if it isn't one of hers.

First, let's learn a little more about Paula, the woman behind these delicious oatmeal cookies.

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Paula Deen: The Southern Belle of Baking

When it comes to baking, few names evoke as much warmth (and butter!) as Paula Deen. This Georgia-born culinary queen has long been celebrated for her rich desserts and irresistible baked goods, which are as much about love and tradition as they are about sugar and spice.

Paula’s love for baking stems from her Southern roots. Family recipes like her oatmeal sandwich cookie and other home-baked treats were simply a way of life. She mastered the art of crafting those comforting classics that make you feel like you’re sitting on your grandma’s porch on a sunny afternoon. From gooey pecan pies to flaky buttermilk biscuits, Paula’s baked creations have become synonymous with the nostalgic feelings we have when reminiscing about baking with our own moms and grandmas.

Paula's Beginnings

Her journey began in her own kitchen, where she turned her knack for baking into a flourishing catering business called “The Bag Lady.” It wasn’t long before her Southern desserts stole the show, and lead to the opening of her Savannah-based restaurant, The Lady & Sons. There, her baking truly shined, with a dessert menu that felt like an embrace from the South itself.

Paula’s cookbooks and television shows have become a treasure trove of baking inspiration. Her recipes for red velvet cupcakes, peach cobbler, and mile-high layer cakes are enough to make you swoon. And let’s not forget her legendary gooey butter cake—Paula’s signature dessert that has become a staple at family gatherings and celebrations across the country. It’s the kind of treat that makes you want to grab a second slice before you’ve even finished your first.

Comfort food at it's Best

What sets Paula apart is her unpretentious approach to baking. She’s not about fussy techniques or hard-to-find ingredients. Her focus is on creating food that, simply said, brings people together. Whether it’s her cinnamon rolls slathered in cream cheese icing or her hearty skillet cornbread, Paula’s baked goods are a reflection of her philosophy: food should taste like a hug.

Through her restaurants, cookbooks, and online presence, Paula continues to share her love for baking with fans around the world. She reminds us that sometimes all you need is a warm oven, a little butter, and a lot of heart to make something truly special. With Paula Deen’s guidance, every kitchen can feel like a Southern bakery bursting with love and flavor.

Want to make one of her recipes? Below you will find the ingredients and instructions to make warm hugs in the form of an oatmeal sandwich cookie for you and your family. 

Oatmeal Raisin Sandwich Cookies

Ingredients:

• 1 cup butter, about 2 sticks, at room temperature
• 1 1/4 cups firmly packed brown sugar 
• 1 large egg
• 1/4 cup milk
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 2 1/2 cups quick-cooking oats
• 1/2 cup raisins
• Hot fudge sauce, as needed
• Marshmallow creme, as needed (recommended: Fluff)

Directions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly grease 2 or 3 baking sheets or line with silpats.
2. In a large bowl, beat the butter and brown sugar with an electric mixer until creamy. Add the egg and the milk and beat until combined.
3. In a medium bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon and nutmeg. Gradually add the dry ingredients to butter mixture, beating until incorporated. Stir in the oats and raisins. Form the cookies by dropping heaping 2 tablespoonfuls of the batter onto the prepared baking sheets, 6 cookies per sheet, spacing evenly.
4. Bake until the cookies are lightly browned, about 11 to 13 minutes. Let them cool for 2 minutes on the baking sheets, then transfer them to wire racks to cool completely.
5. Spread a small dollop of the fudge on the inside of 6 cookies. Spread a large dollop of the marshmallow creme on the inside of another 6 cookies. Sandwich the cookies together and transfer to a serving platter.

Here's a link to the recipe on Paula's own website. (will open in a new window).

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