Get ready to experience the most decadent, mind-blowing cookie creation that will make your taste buds dance with pure joy! Imagine the perfect combination of classic chocolate chip cookies meets the iconic Oreo - a dessert so irresistible, you'll want to hide the batch from your family and friends. These aren't just cookies; they're a culinary masterpiece that bridges the gap between childhood nostalgia and gourmet dessert magic.
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 12 mins
Total Time: 32 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1 cup crushed Oreo cookies
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent the cookies from sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. This should take about 2-3 minutes using an electric mixer on medium speed.
- Add the two large eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then, stir in the vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. This will help to evenly distribute the leavening agent and salt throughout the flour.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can lead to tough cookies.
- Fold in the chocolate chips and crushed Oreo cookies using a spatula or wooden spoon, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie to allow for spreading.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers look slightly underbaked. They will continue to cook on the baking sheet after being removed from the oven.
- Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Enjoy your delicious Chocolate Chip Oreo Cookies with a glass of milk or your favorite beverage!
Tips
- Temperature Matters: Ensure your butter is truly softened but not melted. Room temperature butter creates the perfect cookie texture.
- Don't Overmix: Mix your dough just until ingredients are combined. Overmixing can lead to tough, dense cookies.
- Chill for Extra Flavor: If you have time, refrigerate the dough for 30 minutes before baking. This helps develop deeper flavors and prevents excessive spreading.
- Use Parchment Paper: This ensures easy removal and prevents burning, giving you perfectly golden edges every time.
- Check Doneness Early: Remember, cookies continue cooking on the hot baking sheet after removal from the oven. Pull them out when edges are golden but centers look slightly underbaked.
- Crushing Oreos: For the best texture, crush Oreos into small chunks - not too fine, not too large. This ensures you get that perfect cookie-within-a-cookie experience.
- Storage Tip: Store in an airtight container to maintain softness. They'll stay fresh for up to 5 days (if they last that long!).
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 320kcal
Carbohydrates: 38g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 11g
Cholesterol: 55mg
