Cookies, oatmeal sandwich, with creme filling
Whole food · Baked Products
This is a classic sandwich cookie featuring two chewy, oatmeal-based rounds bound together by a sweet, creamy filling. The texture is a delightful contrast between the slightly coarse, oaty cookie and the smooth, sugary center. Nutritionally, it is a high-energy treat, delivering nearly 400 calories per 100g, primarily from carbohydrates and fat.
Calorie split: 3% protein · 56% carbs · 41% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love it for the perfect balance of the hearty, slightly rustic oatmeal cookie and the sweet, creamy filling, creating a satisfying textural and flavor experience. It's a beloved, convenient comfort food often associated with childhood snacks and coffee breaks.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
With 31.36g of sugar per 100g, it can cause rapid blood-sugar spikes and is not ideal for those monitoring glucose levels. It is also a common source of allergens like wheat, soy, and sometimes milk or eggs. To counteract, pair it with a source of protein or healthy fat (like a handful of nuts or a glass of milk) to slow sugar absorption, and practice strict portion control.
Key benefits
- Quick source of energy from carbohydrates
- Provides a small amount of dietary fiber from oats
- Offers a comforting, nostalgic flavor profile
- Convenient, portable snack format
- Can serve as a morale-boosting treat in moderation
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The most famous commercial version, the Little Debbie Oatmeal Creme Pie, was first introduced in 1960 and was one of the first products from the company that helped build its empire.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 22.1 g |
| Energy | 398 kcal |
| Energy | 1663 kj |
| Protein | 2.6 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 18.3 g |
| Ash | 1.4 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 55.6 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 2.6 g |
| Total Sugars | 31.4 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 0.00 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 1.9 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 35.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 94.0 mg |
| Potassium, K | 136 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 500 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.67 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.14 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.82 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 6.8 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.00 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.24 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.11 mg |
| Niacin | 1.1 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.29 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.05 mg |
| Folate, total | 38.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 25.0 ug |
| Folate, food | 13.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 56.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 8.7 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.01 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 1.0 ug |
| Retinol | 1.0 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 4.0 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 6.0 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 2.2 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 1.0 iu |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 5.4 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 5.2 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.08 g |
| SFA 15:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 4.1 g |
| SFA 17:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 1.0 g |
| SFA 20:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 22:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 24:0 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 4.5 g |
| MUFA 14:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 15:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.03 g |
| MUFA 17:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 4.5 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 24:1 c | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 7.4 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 7.0 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.44 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:2 n-6 c,c | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:3 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans | 0.00 g |
| Cholesterol | 0.00 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
Estimated from Cookies, animal crackers (includes arrowroot, tea biscuits) — USDA does not publish this profile for Cookies.
| Tryptophan | 0.10 g |
| Threonine | 0.19 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.26 g |
| Leucine | 0.47 g |
| Lysine | 0.24 g |
| Methionine | 0.12 g |
| Cystine | 0.15 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.32 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.20 g |
| Valine | 0.30 g |
| Arginine | 0.26 g |
| Histidine | 0.14 g |
| Alanine | 0.21 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.29 g |
| Glutamic acid | 2.3 g |
| Glycine | 0.23 g |
| Proline | 0.76 g |
| Serine | 0.36 g |
FAQ
Is this the same as an oatmeal cookie?
No. While it uses an oatmeal cookie base, it is specifically a sandwich cookie with a sweet creme filling, making it distinct from a standard, single-layer oatmeal cookie.
Why is it so high in calories?
The combination of refined flour, sugar in both the cookie and filling, and added fats (like shortening or oil) creates a very energy-dense product with low water content.
Can it be part of a balanced diet?
Yes, when consumed occasionally and in controlled portions. It's best viewed as an occasional treat rather than a dietary staple due to its high sugar and calorie content.
Nutrient density (calculated · NRF9.3)
Nutrient Rich Foods index: beneficial nutrients (protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals) minus saturated fat, added sugar & sodium, per 100 kcal.
NRF9.3 index — Fulgoni, Keast & Drewnowski, 2009. Computed from USDA nutrients.
Weight-loss friendliness (composite index)
Energy density 3.98 kcal/g · 3% calories from protein · 2.6 g fiber · 31.4 g sugar per 100 g.
Composite of energy density (Rolls et al., 1999), protein & fiber satiety, minus sugar. A calculated heuristic — ranks satiety-per-calorie, not a clinical measure.
Dietary load (calculated from USDA values)
Potential renal acid load. Positive = acid-forming, negative = alkaline-forming.
Sodium-to-potassium ratio: 3.68 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.