Description
Enjoy these Cookies and Cream Cupcakes with a rich chocolate base and crushed Oreo cookies, topped with fluffy whipped cream frosting. Perfect for any celebration, these treats are a delightful way to satisfy your sweet cravings!
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup crushed Oreo cookies (about 10–12 cookies)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract (for whipped cream)
- Extra Oreo cookies for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a standard muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk until well combined.
- In another bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract until smooth.
- Alternate adding the dry ingredients and buttermilk to the butter mixture, starting with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
- Gently fold in the crushed Oreo cookies until evenly distributed.
- Fill each cupcake liner about two-thirds full with the batter.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cupcakes cool in the tin for about 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- In a large mixing bowl, pour in the heavy cream. Ensure your bowl and beaters are cold.
- Beat the heavy cream on medium speed until it starts to thicken (about 2-3 minutes).
- Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, then beat on high speed until stiff peaks form. Be careful not to overwhip.
- Once the cupcakes are completely cool, frost them with the whipped cream using a piping bag or spatula.
- Garnish with extra Oreo cookies on top for decoration.
Notes
- Ensure the cupcakes are completely cool before frosting to prevent melting.
- You can adjust the sweetness of the whipped cream by adding more or less powdered sugar according to your taste.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes