Death by Oreo Cupcakes

Death by Oreo Cupcakes

from insanelygoodrecipes.com
50 min

When you want a real treat, make these death by Oreo cupcakes! Learn the easy recipe, plus, get tips for how to make the best cupcakes every time.

Ingredients

  • 1 (family-size) package Oreos (48 cookies), divided
  • 1 package Mini-Oreos, for garnish (24 cookies)
  • 1 package chocolate cake mix
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 8 tablespoons butter, softened
  • 3 3/4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Line cupcake tin with cupcake liners. This recipe makes 24 cupcakes.

  2. 2

    Prepare the chocolate cake mix according to package instructions. Roughly chop 12 Oreos and add them to the mix.

  3. 3

    Place a regular Oreo cookie in the bottom of each cupcake liner. Pour the batter into the cupcake molds and fill to the brim.

  4. 4

    Bake for 20 minutes, or according to package instructions. Let the cupcakes cool in the tin for 10 minutes. Transfer them onto a wire rack to cool completely.

  5. 5

    Meanwhile, prepare the frosting. Beat together the softened cream cheese and butter with an electric mixer at medium speed until smooth and fluffy, about 4-5 minutes. Beat in vanilla.

  6. 6

    Gradually sift in the powdered sugar. Continue beating until smooth and creamy, about 5 minutes.

  7. 7

    Finely chop the remaining regular Oreos. Use the food processor for the best results. Using a rubber spatula, gently mix the crushed Oreos into the frosting.

  8. 8

    Once completely cooled, frost the cupcakes with the frosting. Garnish each cupcake with a piece of mini-Oreos. Serve and enjoy!