Description
Delicious and moist Cookies and Cream (Oreo) Cupcakes featuring a tender crumb infused with crushed chocolate sandwich cookies. These cupcakes are perfect for any celebration or a sweet everyday treat, combining the classic flavors of Oreos with a creamy, soft cake base.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- ¾ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
Wet Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 2 egg whites
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ⅓ cup sour cream, room temperature
- ⅓ cup whole milk, room temperature
Other
- 1 cup crushed chocolate sandwich cookies (Oreos)
Instructions
- Prepare Pan and Oven: Line a 12-cup cupcake pan with liners and set aside. Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).
- Mix Dry Ingredients: Whisk or sift together the all-purpose flour, kosher salt, baking soda, baking powder, and granulated sugar in a bowl and set aside.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, gently whisk the whole milk, vanilla extract, egg whites, and sour cream until combined. Set aside.
- Cream Butter: Using a paddle attachment on an electric mixer, cream the unsalted butter on medium speed until it becomes light and fluffy. Scrape down the sides of the bowl to incorporate all the butter evenly.
- Add Dry Ingredients to Butter: Add the dry ingredients to the creamed butter and mix on low speed until all the flour is hydrated and the mixture looks crumbly.
- Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Pour the milk mixture into the flour-butter mix and mix on medium speed just until incorporated. Avoid overmixing to keep the cupcakes tender.
- Fold in Cookie Crumbs: Gently fold the crushed chocolate sandwich cookies into the batter, distributing them evenly without overworking the batter.
- Fill Cupcake Liners: Using an ice cream scoop, fill each cupcake liner to no more than two-thirds full to allow room for rising during baking.
- Bake: Bake the cupcakes in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Remove from oven and allow to cool.
Notes
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for the best texture and even baking.
- Do not overmix the batter to avoid dense cupcakes.
- Use a light hand when folding in the cookie crumbs to maintain a fluffy batter.
- The baking time may vary depending on your oven; start checking at 20 minutes.
- Allow cupcakes to cool completely before frosting or serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
