Oreo Brookies
What’s better than cookies and brownies combined? 🎉
Imagine the rich, gooey texture of brownies meeting the soft, melt-in-your-mouth goodness of cookies. That’s exactly what Oreo Brookies deliver! This dessert is like a hug for your taste buds. It’s the kind of treat that can turn a dull evening into a joyous gathering. You can whip them up quickly, and trust me, the smell alone will have everyone flocking to the kitchen.
Why make this recipe
Why will you adore making Oreo Brookies? Let me count the ways:
- Easy Cleanup: Who wants to spend hours washing pots and pans? Not us! One bowl and a baking pan is all you need.
- Family-Friendly Fun: Kids love getting involved in the kitchen. Let them crush the Oreos while you do the mixing!
- Crowd-Pleasing Goodness: These Brookies are the perfect compromise between two beloved desserts, making everyone happy at gatherings. Seriously, who can resist?
Ingredients
You don’t need fancy stuff — just these basics!
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1 cup crushed Oreo cookies
Directions
These steps will guide you through making your Brookies:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
- Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually blend the dry ingredients into the wet mixture.
- Fold in the chocolate chips and crushed Oreos.
- Pour half of the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
- Layer with cookie dough over the brownie layer.
- Pour the remaining brownie batter on top and spread evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let cool before cutting into squares and serving.
How to make Oreo Brookies (Overview)
Making Oreo Brookies is like a fun little dance in the kitchen. Start by creaming the butter and sugars until they’re all cozy together. Then, mix in some eggs and vanilla. In another bowl, just whisk your dry ingredients. Once they’re best friends, blend it all together and fold in those chocolate chips and crushed Oreos for the ultimate mix-in. Layer and bake, and you’ve got yourself a dessert of dreams!
Pro tip: Make sure to let them cool a bit before diving in, or you might end up with brownie lava all over the place! 😅
How to serve Oreo Brookies
These Brookies are perfect on their own, but let’s amp up the experience! Serve them warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top. The contrast of the hot, fudgy brownie with the cold ice cream creates the ultimate flavor combo. You can even drizzle some chocolate sauce for good measure. Picture the rich, dark chocolate melting, oozing into the creamy pool—yum!
How to store Oreo Brookies
You can store these beauties in an airtight container for up to 5 days at room temperature. Feel like snacking later? You can pop them in the fridge for that chilled brownie goodness or freeze them for about 3 months. Just make sure to let them cool completely before freezing, and don’t forget to reheat them in the microwave for that gooey goodness. 😉
Tips to make Oreo Brookies
- Chill the batter for 30 minutes before baking to enhance the flavor and texture!
- Experiment with mix-ins! Try different candy or nut combinations if you’re feeling adventurous.
- Don’t overbake! Keep an eye on the texture—underdone is better than overdone since they’ll firm up once cooled.
Variation
Want to mix it up? Try swapping vegan butter for the regular butter and using flax eggs for a vegan twist. You can also add a splash of espresso to the brownie batter for a coffee-flavored delight!
FAQs
Can I use margarine instead of butter?
Yes, but your Brookies might not be as rich and flavorful!
Can I make these ahead of time?
Absolutely! You can prepare them the night before and pop them in the oven when you’re ready to serve.
What’s the best way to reheat them?
Just microwave for 10-15 seconds. Perfect for a quick snack!
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Oreo Brookies
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
- Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually blend the dry ingredients into the wet mixture.
- Fold in the chocolate chips and crushed Oreos.
- Pour half of the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
- Layer with cookie dough over the brownie layer.
- Pour the remaining brownie batter on top and spread evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let cool before cutting into squares and serving.
