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Oatmeal cream pie ice cream bars are the easiest no churn frozen treat, layers of creamy homemade ice cream and soft oatmeal cream pies frozen into sliceable bars. I made a pan on a *warm afternoon* when the girls wanted something cold and sweet, and Lizzie said they taste like an oatmeal cream pie turned into ice cream. They take about 20 minutes to layer. If you love easy frozen desserts, our banana icebox cake is another must try.
These oatmeal cream pie ice cream bars taste like a soft oatmeal cream pie and a scoop of vanilla ice cream frozen into one dreamy, sliceable bar.
Oatmeal Cream Pie Ice Cream Bars Quick Look
- 🕒 Prep Time: 20 minutes
- 🌡️ Cook Time: No baking
- ⏳ Total Time: 8 hours 20 minutes
- 🍽️ Serving: 9 servings
- ⚡ Calories: 546kcal
- 🌶️ Flavor Profile: Creamy no churn vanilla ice cream layered with soft oatmeal cream pies
- ✋ Difficulty: Easy, about as simple as our coconut icebox cake
Quick Answer
Line a 9×9 pan with parchment paper and press 6 oatmeal cream pies into the bottom to form a crust. Whip heavy cream and vanilla to stiff peaks, then fold in sweetened condensed milk to make an easy no churn ice cream. Spread half of the ice cream mixture over the cookie crust, add another layer of 6 oatmeal cream pies, then top with the rest of the ice cream and the remaining cream pies. Freeze for at least 8 hours or overnight until firm, then lift out, slice, and serve. It only takes about 20 minutes to layer.
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- Oatmeal Cream Pie Ice Cream Bars Quick Look
- Quick Answer
- Why This Recipe Works
- Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Key Ingredients
- Variations and Substitutions
- How to Make Oatmeal Cream Pie Ice Cream Bars
- Recipe Tips & Tricks
- Serving Ideas and Suggestions
- Oatmeal Cream Pie Ice Cream Bars FAQs
- Other Recommended Easy No Bake Desserts
- Oatmeal Cream Pie Ice Cream Bars
Why This Recipe Works
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- No ice cream maker needed. Whipped cream and sweetened condensed milk make an easy no churn ice cream, so you do not need any special equipment.
- Only four ingredients. Oatmeal cream pies, heavy cream, vanilla, and condensed milk are all you need for these frozen bars.
- Tastes like oatmeal cream pies. The soft cookie layers stay tender in the freezer and give every bite that classic oatmeal cream pie flavor.
- Make ahead dessert. They have to freeze overnight, so all the work is done long before you serve them.
- Slices into neat bars. Freezing in a square pan means they cut into clean, shareable bars every time.
- Feeds a crowd. One pan makes 9 hearty bars, perfect for summer parties and potlucks.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- They come together in about 20 minutes with no ice cream maker.
- They use just four simple ingredients, including store bought oatmeal cream pies.
- They taste like an oatmeal cream pie and ice cream in one, even dreamier than our key lime eclair cake.
- They freeze overnight, so they are an easy make ahead dessert for hot days.
- It delivers that same everyone asks for seconds energy as our cookies and cream ice cream.
- It delivers that same everyone asks for seconds energy as our copycat milk bar crack pie.
- It earns a spot in the rotation right next to our easy banana cream pie.
Key Ingredients
Here is everything you need to make these oatmeal cream pie ice cream bars.
- Oatmeal cream pies: Store bought soft oatmeal cream pies form both the crust and the middle layer. They stay soft in the freezer for that classic flavor and texture.
- Heavy whipping cream: Whipped to stiff peaks, it is the light, airy base of the no churn ice cream. Use it cold for the best whip.
- Vanilla extract: Adds warm vanilla flavor to the ice cream layer.
- Sweetened condensed milk: Folded into the whipped cream to sweeten it and keep the ice cream soft and scoopable once frozen.
See recipe card for exact quantities.
Variations and Substitutions
These ice cream bars are easy to make your own. Here are a few ideas.
- Use chocolate, birthday cake, or strawberry cream pies instead of oatmeal for a different flavor.
- Drizzle caramel or chocolate sauce between the layers for extra richness.
- Fold a handful of mini chocolate chips or toffee bits into the ice cream mixture.
- Add a scoop of peanut butter to the ice cream layer for a nutty twist, like the flavors in our cream puff cake.
- Sprinkle crushed oatmeal cream pies on top before freezing for a pretty finish.
- If you want to switch things up, our apple pie bars plays on similar flavors in a whole new way.
- If you want to switch things up, our brownie ice cream sandwiches plays on similar flavors in a whole new way.
- In the mood for something different? Our no churn pistachio ice cream scratches a similar itch.
How to Make Oatmeal Cream Pie Ice Cream Bars
- Line a 9×9 square pan with parchment paper. Place 6 oatmeal cream pies in the bottom and press them together to form an even crust.
- In a large bowl, whip the heavy cream and vanilla with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form.
- Add the sweetened condensed milk to the whipped cream and gently mix until combined into a smooth no churn ice cream.
- Spread half of the ice cream mixture evenly over the cookie crust.
- Add another 6 oatmeal cream pies on top of the ice cream layer.
- Top with the rest of the ice cream mixture and the remaining oatmeal cream pies. Freeze for 8 hours or overnight, then lift out, slice, and serve.
Recipe Tips & Tricks
- Use cold heavy cream so it whips up fast to stiff peaks for the fluffiest ice cream layer.
- Press the crust firmly so the bottom layer holds together when you slice.
- Freeze at least 8 hours so the bars are firm enough to cut into clean pieces.
- Line the pan with parchment so you can lift the whole thing out easily before slicing.
- Let them sit a few minutes at room temperature before slicing so a sharp knife glides through.
- Wipe the knife clean between cuts for neat, bakery style bars.
- Plan the whole menu. This pairs effortlessly with our no churn chocolate ice cream when company is coming.
- Plan the whole menu. This pairs effortlessly with our no churn s’mores ice cream when company is coming.
- Make it a full spread. Our 2-ingredient ice cream bread rounds out the table.
Serving Ideas and Suggestions
Serve oatmeal cream pie ice cream bars straight from the freezer, sliced into squares, with an extra oatmeal cream pie or a drizzle of caramel on top. They are the perfect cool, creamy treat for hot summer days, birthday parties, and easy make ahead desserts.
Still filling out the menu? Readers love pairing this one with our pistachio pudding and our no churn cookie dough ice cream.
Oatmeal Cream Pie Ice Cream Bars FAQs
Keep the bars covered in the freezer for up to 2 weeks. Wrap them tightly or store cut bars in an airtight container so they do not pick up freezer flavors. Let them sit at room temperature for a few minutes before serving so they soften just enough to bite into easily.
Yes, these are a perfect make ahead dessert. They need at least 8 hours in the freezer to set, so make them a day or two before you plan to serve. Slice and serve straight from the freezer, adding any toppings right before serving.
No, that is the magic of this recipe. Soft store bought oatmeal cream pies stay tender and cake like even when frozen, so the bars slice and bite easily. Firmer, crunchier cookies would freeze hard, so stick with the soft cream pies.
This recipe is written for a 9×9 square pan for thick, layered bars. You can use an 8×8 pan for even thicker bars, or a 9×13 for thinner ones, just adjust the number of cream pies to cover each layer. Freezing time stays about the same.
Sweetened condensed milk is what makes the no churn ice cream soft and scoopable, so it is important to the texture. If you leave it out, the frozen cream will be much harder and less sweet. Stick with it for the best creamy, sliceable bars.
Frozen bars can be hard right out of the freezer. Let them sit at room temperature for 5 to 10 minutes, then slice with a sharp knife warmed under hot water and wiped dry. This softens them just enough to cut clean bars without waiting too long.
Love easy frozen desserts? Make our banana icebox cake next.
Oatmeal Cream Pie Ice Cream Bars
Ingredients
- 18 oatmeal cream pies
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
Instructions
- Line a 9×9 square pan with parchment paper and set aside.
- Add 6 oatmeal cream pies to the bottom of the pan and smush them together to form an even crust.18 oatmeal cream pies
- In a large mixing bowl, using an electric mixer, whip the heavy cream and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.2 cups heavy whipping cream, 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- Add the sweetened condensed milk to the whipped cream until combined.1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
- Add half the ice cream mixture to the pan and spread out evenly.
- Add another 6 oatmeal pies on top of the ice cream.
- Add the rest of the ice cream mixture and top with the remaining oatmeal cream pies.
- Freeze for 8 hours or overnight.
- Remove from the pan, slice and serve!
Notes
- A cold bowl and cold cream whip up faster and fluffier. Chill your bowl for a few minutes before using.
- Once the cream forms stiff peaks, fold in the sweetened condensed milk gently to avoid knocking out all the air.
- Press down the oatmeal cream pies firmly to create an even base. This makes slicing easier later.
- For best results, let it freeze overnight. This ensures that every layer is firm and easy to cut.
- If you want more depth, add a tiny drop of almond or peppermint extract. Just a drop, though, so it doesn’t overpower the vanilla.
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