Homemade Oreo Cookies

Recipe Overview 🍽️

History of the Recipe ✍️

Created in 1912, Oreos have become one of the most popular cookies in the world. Their signature flavor and crunchy texture have charmed generations. Homemade Oreo Cookies allow you to enjoy these flavors while providing the opportunity to adapt them according to personal preferences, such as varying the filling or adding special ingredients.

Ingredients 🛒

listed in the order of use in the procedure:

• For the Cookies:
  • 125 g softened butter
  • 150 g sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 180 g all-purpose flour
  • 30 g unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
• For the Filling:
  • 100 g softened butter
  • 150 g powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons milk (adjust according to desired consistency)

Steps (How to Make ) 🥣

1. Preheat: Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. Prepare the Dough: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar until creamy. Add the egg and vanilla extract, then mix until smooth.
3. Mix Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, combine the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Sift this mixture and gradually incorporate it into the wet mixture, stirring until a smooth dough forms.
4. Shape the Cookies: Using a tablespoon, form dough balls and place them on the baking sheets, spacing them about 5 cm apart.
5. Bake: Bake for 10 to 12 minutes. The cookies should be slightly firm on the edges but still soft in the center.
6. Cooling: Allow the cookies to cool on the sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
7. Prepare the Filling: While the cookies are cooling, beat the butter for the filling until creamy. Add the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and enough milk to achieve a smooth consistency.
8. Assembly: Once the cookies are cooled, spread a generous spoonful of filling in the center of one cookie and top it with another cookie. Repeat this for all the cookies.

Chef Tips 👨‍🍳

• For an even richer flavor, use high-quality unsalted butter.
• You can adjust the amount of cocoa to achieve more or less chocolatey cookies.
• Add chocolate chunks or nuts to the dough for an extra touch.

Possible Variations 🎭

• Mint Oreos: Add a few drops of mint extract to the filling for a fresh taste.
• Chocolate Buttercream Filling: Replace some of the powdered sugar with cocoa for a chocolate filling.
• Colored Cookies: Add a few drops of food coloring to the filling for festive cookies.

Bake Time 🔥

Baking takes about 10 to 12 minutes at 180°C (350°F). The Homemade Oreo Cookies should be lightly golden around the edges but remain soft in the center for the perfect result.

How to Store 🥡

Food and Drink Pairings 🥂

These cookies pair perfectly with a glass of fresh milk, coffee, or hot chocolate.

They can also be served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a decadent dessert.

Presentation Suggestion 🍽️

Arrange the cookies on a plate, stacking them slightly. You can dust them with powdered sugar for an elegant touch.

Why It’s Healthy 💚

While these cookies are an indulgent dessert, ingredients like cocoa contain antioxidants. Using sugar and butter in moderation allows you to enjoy these treats without too much guilt.