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Published: Oct 28, 2023 · Modified: Feb 18, 2024 by Kathy

Oreo Cupcakes

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Rows of Oreo Cupcakes on a baking rack.

Delicious vanilla cupcakes baked with crumbled Oreo cookies. These yummy chocolate cookies add a delicious touch to the cupcakes.

Homemade Oreo Cupcakes are perfect for making every day just a little extra special.

Oreo cupcakes topped with a swirl of frosting.

Cookies and cream cupcakes

There's nothing quite like taking a favorite treat and adding it to a cupcake! Just think of eating a chocolate cream-filled cookie baked right into a yummy yellow cupcake.

Oreo Cupcakes aren't only delicious to eat, but they are also fun to make.

These cupcakes are perfect for potlucks, birthdays or an everyday dessert. If you know an Oreo lover, then these are just the cupcakes you'll want to make for them.

I've used Oreo brand cookies, but any chocolate cookie filled with that yummy vanilla cream will work.

These Oreo cupcakes are delicious all by themselves, but top them with Oreo buttercream frosting and you've got a real treat!

Key ingredients for Oreo cupcakes

Ingredients for making Oreo cupcakes.

This section reviews the best ingredients and substitutions for this recipe. For an exact list of ingredients and quantities, check the recipe card below.

  • Oreo cookies - Any brand of chocolate cream-filled cookies works. I also like to use the mini Oreo cookies as a garnish on top of the frosting!
  • Flour - all-purpose flour
  • Sugar - granulated sugar
  • Milk - use whole milk or 2%
  • Butter - I use salted butter
Chunks of chocolate cookies.

Step-by-step directions

In this section, I share step-by-step photos, cooking methods, techniques, and a general overview. For detailed instructions, temperatures, and timing, check the printable recipe card below.

  • Cream butter with a mixer until light and soft
  • Add sugar and mix until fluffy
  • Mix in eggs and vanilla
  • Add half the amount of milk and mix to combine
Creamed butter in a mixing bowl.
Cake batter in a mixing bowl.
  • Combine flour with baking powder and salt
  • Add half the amount of flour to the batter and mix to combine
  • Add remaining milk and stir
  • Then add the remaining flour. Mix just until combined
Flour added to cake batter.
Oreo cookies in yellow cake batter.
  • Fold in broken cookies
  • Divide batter into paper-lined cupcake tin
  • Bake in a preheated 375°F oven for 15-17 minutes
Cake batter in cupcake tins.
Baked cupcakes in cupcake tin.

Recipe tips

  • Use salted butter that is softened to room temperature.
  • Once you add the flour, do not over-mix. Stir just until combined.
  • Keep the chunks of cookies in fairly large pieces. These can easily be broken apart with your hands. If the pieces are too fine, the cupcakes will become a grayish color.
  • When adding cookies, use a spatula and fold cookies into the batter.
  • Check your cupcakes at 15 minutes. If they aren't done check again in one more minute.
  • Allow cupcakes to cool in tins for 5 minutes. Then remove and finish cooling on a baking rack.
  • Let cupcakes fully cool before adding frosting.
Cupcakes topped with frosting and a mini Oreo cookie on a baking rack.

Frosting for Oreo cupcakes

Choose your favorite type of frosting! Some options to try include:

  • Oreo Buttercream Frosting
  • Chocolate Buttercream Frosting
  • Vanilla Buttercream Frosting

Frequently asked questions

Can I freeze Oreo cupcakes?

Yes, these cupcakes can be frozen. Allow cupcakes to fully cool, then place in a freezer-safe container. When ready to use, allow cupcakes to thaw at room temperature and then add frosting. Freeze for up to one month.

Do I have to add frosting to cupcakes?

Nope, these cupcakes are just as delicious eaten without any frosting. However, you can always add your favorite frosting if you'd prefer!

More delicious cupcakes to make

  • Chocolate mayonnaise cupcakes
  • Chocolate chip cupcakes
  • Monster cupcakes
  • Lemon cupcakes
  • Piñata cupcakes
A bite out of an Oreo cupcake.

If you make this recipe, I’d love to hear about it! Leave a comment below and snap a picture and tag me on Instagram @beyondthechickencoop

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Oreo cupcakes topped with a swirl of frosting.

Oreo Cupcakes

Kathy Berget
Delicious homemade yellow cupcakes with added chocolate cookie bits.
5 from 28 votes
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Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
Total Time 30 minutes mins
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12 cupcakes
Calories 203 kcal

Equipment

  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Stand Mixer
  • Muffin Tin
  • Cooling Rack
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Ingredients
 
 

  • ½ cup butter (softened)
  • ½ cup sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • ½ cup milk
  • 1¼ cups flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 8 Oreo cookies (crumbled)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 375°F
  • Cream butter with a mixer until light and soft, about 2-3 minutes
    ½ cup butter
  • Add sugar and mix until fluffy
    ½ cup sugar
  • Mix in eggs, one at a time and then add vanilla
    2 eggs, 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • Add half the amount of milk and mix to combine
    ½ cup milk
  • Combine flour with baking powder and salt
    1¼ cups flour, 2 teaspoons baking powder, ¼ teaspoon salt
  • Add half the amount of flour to batter and mix to combine
  • Add remaining milk and stir
  • Then add the remaining flour. Mix just until combined
  • Fold in crumbled cookies using a large spatula or spoon
    8 Oreo cookies
  • Divide batter into paper lined cupcake tin
  • Bake in a preheated 375°F oven for 15-17 minutes

Notes

  • Use salted butter that is softened to room temperature.
  • Once you add the flour, do not over mix. Stir just until combined.
  • Keep the chunks of cookies in fairly large pieces. These can easily be broken apart with your hands. If the pieces are too fine, the cupcakes will become a grayish color.
  • When adding cookies, use a spatula and fold cookies into batter.
  • Check your cupcakes at 15 minutes. If they aren't done check again in one more minute.
  • Allow cupcakes to cool in tins for 5 minutes. Then remove and finish cooling on a baking rack.
  • Let cupcakes fully cool before adding frosting.

Nutritional Disclaimer:

Nutritional information is provided as a courtesy and should only be construed as an estimate rather than a guarantee. To obtain the most precise nutritional information in a provided recipe, you should calculate the nutritional information with the exact ingredients you are using when preparing the recipe using your preferred nutrition calculator.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 203kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 49mgSodium: 156mgPotassium: 128mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 293IUCalcium: 52mgIron: 2mg
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This recipe was originally published in April 2022. The recipe and images have been updated.

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Comments

  1. David @ Spiced says

    April 05, 2022 at 5:01 am

    5 stars
    Oh I do love Oreos in desserts! Whether it's an Oreo crust on a cheesecake, crumbled Oreos in ice cream or these delicious cupcakes, I'm hooked! I know a batch of these wouldn't last long in our house! 🙂

    Reply
    • Kathy says

      April 10, 2022 at 6:57 am

      There's just something so delicious about those Oreo cookies that make everything taste amazing!

      Reply
  2. Valentina says

    April 04, 2022 at 4:53 pm

    That frosting!! I'm not sure any would be left for the cupcakes if I made it. 😉 These sound so yummy, and I love the tiny Oreo garnish. Cute! 🙂 ~Valentina

    Reply
    • Kathy says

      April 10, 2022 at 6:57 am

      You could always make a double batch of frosting...just saying, that may be a solution! 🙂

      Reply
  3. Zonie Parmer says

    April 04, 2022 at 12:07 pm

    5 stars
    This looks like a great recipe and I’m anxious to try it. Thanks for sharing with us!

    Reply
    • Kathy says

      April 07, 2022 at 7:45 pm

      Enjoy!!! And let me know how they turn out!
      Kathy 🙂

      Reply
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