Get ready to experience a dessert that's about to become your new obsession! These Ultimate Cookies and Cream Bars are the perfect blend of rich chocolate, crunchy Oreo cookies, and creamy white chocolate chips that will make your taste buds dance with joy. Whether you're a chocolate lover, a cookie fanatic, or just someone who appreciates mind-blowing desserts, this recipe is guaranteed to become your instant favorite. Imagine sinking your teeth into a decadent, fudgy bar that combines the classic comfort of Oreo cookies with a luxurious chocolate base – it's like a dessert dream come true!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 bars
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup crushed Oreo cookies
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, allowing excess paper to hang over the sides for easy removal.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt until well combined and no lumps remain.
- In a separate large mixing bowl, combine the melted butter and granulated sugar. Whisk thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and slightly lighter in color.
- Add the eggs one at a time to the butter-sugar mixture, whisking completely after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix the batter.
- Gently fold in 3/4 cup of the crushed Oreo cookies, reserving the remaining 1/4 cup for topping.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula. Sprinkle the white chocolate chips and remaining crushed Oreo cookies over the top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 22-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Remove from the oven and let cool completely in the pan for about 1 hour. Use the parchment paper overhang to lift the bars out of the pan.
- Cut into 12 even bars using a sharp knife. For clean cuts, wipe the knife between each slice.
- Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or refrigerate for up to a week.
Tips
- Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature for the best mixing consistency.
- Don't overmix the batter – this can lead to tough, dense bars instead of soft, fudgy ones.
- Use fresh Oreo cookies and crush them just before adding to the recipe for maximum crunch.
- Line your baking pan with parchment paper for easy removal and clean cutting.
- Let the bars cool completely before cutting to ensure clean, neat slices.
- For an extra indulgent touch, you can drizzle melted white chocolate over the top after cooling.
- Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness and texture.
- For best results, use a sharp knife and wipe it clean between cuts to get perfect bar shapes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 320kcal
Carbohydrates: 42g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Cholesterol: 65mg
