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Oreo Cupcakes

Delicious chocolate cupcakes filled with crushed Oreos and topped with creamy frosting, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 12 Oreo cookies crushed (plus more for topping)
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tbsp heavy cream

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Cupcake tin
  • Cupcake liners
  • Spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Line a cupcake tin with cupcake liners.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  4. In another bowl, mix the buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract.
  5. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
  6. Gently fold in the crushed Oreos into the batter.
  7. Scoop the batter into the prepared cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes.
  9. Let cupcakes cool completely before frosting.

Notes

Serve with a glass of cold milk for the ultimate treat.