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Oreo Cookie Cupcakes

Oreo Lovers Rejoice! These delicious Oreo Cookie Cupcakes are perfect for any occasion! They're easy to make and taste amazing.
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These Oreo Cookie Cupcakes are so easy to make and they are always a hit! I use a doctoring up a cake mix recipe so they are super moist and full of flavor. Be sure to try my other popular cupcake recipes too!

Oreo Cupcakes on a countertop and on a cake stand
Oreo Cupcakes on a countertop and on a cake stand

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My daughter absolutely loves Oreo cookies. So, I wanted to make something for her to enjoy, I just knew that Oreo Cupcakes with Cookies and Cream frosting was just what I needed to make. If you have a cookie and cream lover in your household then this is the recipe for you.

Oreo Cupcakes topped with Oreo cookies
Oreo Cupcakes topped with Oreo cookies

โค๏ธ Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • This is an easy cupcake recipe that comes together quickly.
  • You can use a box cake mix and doctor it up or make your favorite cupcake recipe from scratch.
  • These are always moist and full of flavor.
  • A soft Oreo Cupcake that is topped with a sweet cookies and cream frosting.
  • Only 20 minutes of prep time, and 14 minutes of cook time, so you will have delicious cupcakes in no time at all.

๐Ÿ›’Ingredients

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ingredients for oreo cupcakes on a marble counter
ingredients for oreo cupcakes on a marble counter
  • white cake mix, plus ingredients from the back of the box- water, oil, egg whites
  • oreos, divided
  • powdered sugar
  • butter, softened
  • vanilla extract
  • milk

See the recipe card below for quantities.

cake mix in a mixing bowl
cake mix in a mixing bowl

Step 1: Prepare the cupcakes

Prepare the cupcake batter according to the box directions.

cake batter and chopped oreos in a mixing bowl
cake batter and chopped oreos in a mixing bowl

Step 2: Cut up the Oreo cookies

Crush 10 Oreos into large chunks and fold them into the batter.

baked oreo cupcakes on a wire cooling rack
baked oreo cupcakes on a wire cooling rack

Step 3: Bake the cupcakes

Bake according to box directions and cool completely after baking.

oreo cookies being crushed in a food processor
oreo cookies being crushed in a food processor

Step 4: Crush the Oreo cookies

To prepare the frosting, add 10 Oreos to your food processor and blitz until fine crumbs. Set oreo crumbs aside.

butter in a mixing bowl
butter in a mixing bowl

Step 5: Cream the butter until smooth

In a large mixing bowl, beat butter on medium speed until smooth.

powdered sugar and butter in a mixing bowl
powdered sugar and butter in a mixing bowl

Step 6: Add the powdered sugar

Add powdered sugar, 1 cup at a time, mixing in between each addition. The frosting will still be powdery.

Step 7: Mix in the vanilla extract and milk

Add the vanilla and milk, and mix on high speed, as frosting begins to form. Mix until well combined.

cookies and cream frosting in a mixing bowl
cookies and cream frosting in a mixing bowl

Step 8: Add the Oreo crumbs to the frosting

Add oreo crumbs, and mix a few seconds more to combine.

Oreo cupcake being topped with Oreo buttercream frosting
Oreo cupcake being topped with Oreo buttercream frosting

Step 9: Pipe the frosting onto the Oreo cupcake

Use a frosting piping bag and your favorite frosting tip to pipe the frosting onto the cupcakes, then top each cupcake with the remaining 24 Oreos.

Hint: It’s very important that you get the Oreo crumbs for the frosting very fine so that they don’t clog the piping bag.

๐Ÿ“Variations

Do you want to change up this Oreo Cookie Cupcake recipe and make it your own? Here are some ways that you can do that!

Chocolate cupcakes: Use a chocolate cake mix instead of white for a chocolate Oreo cupcake.

Chocolate frosting: Add 1/4 cup of cocoa powder to the frosting for a chocolate Oreo frosting.

Heavy Cream: Swap out the milk for heavy cream in the frosting for a richer flavor.

If you love cookies and cream desserts, give this Oreo Dump Cake recipe a try.

Oreo Cupcakes with one cupcake being bitten in half
Oreo Cupcakes with one cupcake being bitten in half

๐Ÿฅ„ Equipment

Here is a list of equipment that you need to make these Oreo Cupcakes.

  • large bowl
  • medium bowl
  • measuring cup and spoon
  • cupcake pan
  • cupcake liners
  • hand mixer or stand mixer
  • piping bag
  • food processor or rolling pin and storage bag

๐Ÿฅซ Storage

Store the Oreo cupcakes in a cool dry place for up to five days.

Because of the butter in the frosting of these cupcakes, I do not recommend that you leave them outside for a party. The frosting will melt in the heat.

๐Ÿ’ญ Tips

  • Be careful to not overmix the oreo cupcake batter, over mixing cupcake batter can cause it to become tough.
  • You want to make sure that the cookie crumbs for your frosting are ground finely.
  • Make sure that the butter and milk for your frosting are at room temperature so that your frosting turns out light and fluffy.
  • There are two ways to check the cupcakes for doneness, press a finger on top of the cupcake and if it springs back it is done. You can also use a toothpick to check for doneness if it comes out clean then the Oreo cupcakes are done.
  • For a fun twist, try dipping the top of the cupcake in melted chocolate.
  • If you want to decorate these Oreo cupcakes for a special occasion you can pipe on some frosting and then add some edible decorations like these edible gold stars.
  • I recommend that you fill the cupcake liners about 2/3 the way full so that you get evenly baked cupcakes.
  • If you don’t have a food processor you make crushed Oreos with a storage bag and a rolling pin. Though, it will take some effort to make sure that they are completely crushed so that they don’t clog the piping bag.
  • When creaming the butter and sugar for the frosting, you don’t have to worry about overmixing, so feel free to mix as much as needed.
three oreo cupcakes on a marble counter
three oreo cupcakes on a marble counter

โ‰๏ธ FAQ

Do you have questions about this recipe? Here are the answers to the most commonly asked questions.

Can you make Oreo cupcakes ahead of time?

Yes, these Oreo cupcakes can be made ahead of time and stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Can I use a different type of frosting for these Oreo cupcakes?

Yes, you can use any type of frosting that you like. I think that a chocolate or vanilla frosting would be good.

Do I have to use Oreo cookies in this recipe?

No, you can use any type of cookie that you like. If you want to make these cupcakes gluten-free you can use a gluten-free cookie.

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Oreo Cookie Cupcakes

Oreo Lovers Rejoice! These delicious Oreo Cookie Cupcakes are perfect for any occasion! They're easy to make and taste amazing.
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 14 minutes
Total Time: 34 minutes
Servings: 24 Cupcakes
Calories: 330kcal
Author: Wendy

Equipment

  • Large bowl
  • Medium bowl
  • measuring cup and spoon
  • Cupcake Pan
  • Cupcake Liners
  • hand mixer or stand mixer
  • piping bag
  • food processor or rolling pin and storage bag

Ingredients

  • 1 box white cake mix plus ingredients from the back of the box- water, oil, egg whites
  • 44 oreos divided
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 cup butter softened
  • 2 teaspoon Vanilla
  • 2 tablespoon milk

Instructions

  • Prepare the cupcake batter according to the box directions. And preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
  • Crush 10 oreos into large chunks and fold into the batter.
  • Bake according to box directions and cool completely after baking.
  • To prepare the frosting, add 10 oreos to your food processor and blitz until fine crumbs. Set oreo crumbs aside.
  • In a large mixing bowl, beat butter on medium speed until smooth.
  • Add powdered sugar, 1 cup at a time, mixing in between each addition. The frosting will still be powdery.
  • Add the vanilla and milk, and mix on high speed, as frosting begins to form.
  • Mix until well combined.
  • Add oreo crumbs, and mix a few seconds more to combine.
  • Use a frosting piping bag and your favorite frosting tip to pipe the frosting onto the cupcakes, then top each cupcake with the remaining 24 oreos.

Notes

Make sure that the Oreo crumbs are very fine, before adding them to the frosting so that they don’t clog the piping bag.
Store the cupcakes in an airtight container for up to 5 days.ย 
Nutritional information will vary based on the ingredients that you use.ย 

Disclaimer:

Any nutritional data I provide is an approximation and actual dietary information can vary based on ingredients and proportion sizes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Cupcake | Calories: 330kcal | Carbohydrates: 53g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 20mg | Sodium: 296mg | Potassium: 70mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 38g | Vitamin A: 239IU | Calcium: 56mg | Iron: 3mg
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off center oreo cupcakes on a marble counter

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