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Oreo Cupcakes Recipe

Oreo Cupcakes Recipe


  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 40-45 minutes
  • Yield: 12 cupcakes 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free (if using gluten-free flour blend)

Description

Enjoy rich, moist, and fluffy Oreo cupcakes with a creamy frosting topping. This easy-to-make recipe combines the chocolatey flavor and crunch of Oreo cookies with a tender cake base, perfect for any occasion. Adaptable for various diets and flavor preferences, these cupcakes are a crowd-pleaser for both kids and adults.


Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free blend for gluten-free version)
  • ¼ cup cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup milk or buttermilk

Additional

  • 12 Oreo cookies, crushed (plus extra whole Oreos for decoration)
  • Cream cheese or buttercream frosting (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Oven and Pans: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners to prevent sticking and ease cleanup.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, sift together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt to create an even and fluffy base for the batter.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar: Using a mixer, beat softened butter with granulated sugar until light and fluffy, incorporating air for a soft cupcake texture.
  4. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully mixed before adding the next, then add vanilla extract for enhanced flavor.
  5. Alternate Adding Dry Ingredients and Milk: Gradually add the dry flour mixture alternating with milk or buttermilk, starting and ending with the dry ingredients to keep the batter smooth.
  6. Fold in Crushed Oreos: Gently fold the crushed Oreo cookies into the batter without overmixing to preserve cookie texture.
  7. Bake the Cupcakes: Divide the batter evenly among liners and bake 18-22 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely before frosting.
  8. Frost and Decorate: Top each cooled cupcake with cream cheese or buttercream frosting. Garnish with a whole Oreo or cookie crumbs as desired.

Notes

  • Use eggs and butter at room temperature for smooth batter and even baking.
  • Do not overmix the batter to maintain cupcake lightness and tenderness.
  • Crush Oreos by hand to keep chunkier texture in the batter.
  • Only frost cupcakes once fully cooled to avoid melting.
  • Store Oreos in an airtight container to keep them fresh for decorating.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 18-22 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cupcake
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 25g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg

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