Craving those classic Oreo cookies? Making them at home is easier than you might think! This recipe allows you to customize the flavors and create a truly unique treat.
Why I Love This Oreo cookies:
- Customization: This recipe allows for endless creativity! Experiment with different flavors of fillings, add-ins to the cookie dough (like chocolate chips, nuts, or even different types of flour), and colorful sprinkles for a festive touch.
- Nostalgic: Making homemade Oreos brings back childhood memories and allows you to share that joy with others.
- Impressive: These homemade cookies are always a hit with friends and family. They’re a delicious and impressive treat for any occasion.
- Baking Therapy: The process of baking is therapeutic and relaxing. This recipe is a simple and enjoyable way to unwind and enjoy the creative process.
- Control Over Ingredients: You know exactly what’s going into your cookies, ensuring you’re using high-quality ingredients and avoiding any unwanted additives.
Ingredients for making Oreo at home:
For the Cookies:
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
For the Cream Filling:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Step by step to make Oreo:
1. Make the Cookies:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cream butter and sugar: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add wet ingredients: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Shape the cookies: Drop by rounded tablespoons onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.
- Bake: Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are set. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
2. Make the Cream Filling:
- Beat butter and sugar: In a medium bowl, beat together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add vanilla: Beat in the vanilla extract until well combined.
3. Assemble the Cookies:
- Pipe or spread the filling: Pipe or spread a generous amount of cream filling onto the flat side of one cookie.
- Top with another cookie: Top with another cookie to create a sandwich.
- Enjoy! Store homemade Oreos in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Tips and Variations:
- For extra chocolatey flavor: Add 1/4 cup of chocolate chips to the cookie dough.
- Get creative with fillings: Try different flavors like peanut butter, raspberry, or lemon.
- Add sprinkles: Sprinkle some colorful sprinkles on top of the cream filling before sandwiching the cookies together.
Enjoy your delicious homemade Oreo cookies!


Homemade Oreo Cookies: A Delicious DIY Treat
Description
Craving those classic Oreo cookies? Making them at home is easier than you might think! This recipe allows you to customize the flavors and create a truly unique treat.
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 180kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 10g16%
- Saturated Fat 6g30%
- Sodium 100mg5%
- Total Carbohydrate 25g9%
- Dietary Fiber 2g8%
- Sugars 18g
- Protein 3g6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Nutrition Facts (per serving - approximately 2 cookies)