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Cookies and Cream Cupcakes Recipe

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These Cookies and Cream Cupcakes combine rich chocolate cupcakes with a creamy Oreo buttercream frosting, topped with a silky chocolate ganache and halved Oreo cookies for a delightful twist on a classic dessert.

Ingredients

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Chocolate Cupcakes

  • ¼ cup semisweet chocolate chips
  • ¼ cup dark cocoa powder
  • ¾ cup boiling water
  • ¾ cup all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ⅓ cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract

Cookies and Cream Buttercream Frosting

  • 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
  • 2 ½ cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp heavy cream
  • ½ cup Oreo cookie crumbs (6 cookies)

Chocolate Ganache

  • ¼ cup semisweet chocolate chips
  • 2 tbsp heavy cream

Decoration

  • 6 Oreo cookies (halved, to make 12 pieces)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Cupcake Pan: Preheat the oven to 350℉ (177℃) and line a cupcake pan with 12 cupcake liners to ensure easy removal of cupcakes after baking.
  2. Melt Chocolate Mixture: In a small bowl, stir together semisweet chocolate chips, dark cocoa powder, and boiling water until the chocolate melts completely. Set aside to cool to avoid cooking the eggs later.
  3. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking soda, and salt to combine evenly and ensure uniform texture in the cupcakes.
  4. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Pour the cooled chocolate mixture into the dry ingredients and whisk until well combined. Then add vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract, whisking until the batter is smooth and incorporated.
  5. Fill Cupcake Liners: Using a large cookie scoop, portion the batter into cupcake liners about two-thirds full to allow room for rising during baking.
  6. Bake Cupcakes: Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. After baking, transfer cupcakes to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting.
  7. Cream Butter: In a stand mixer or with a hand mixer, cream unsalted butter on medium speed for 5 minutes until light, pale, and creamy, which creates a fluffy base for the frosting.
  8. Add Powdered Sugar: Add half the powdered sugar and mix on low speed until combined. Then add remaining sugar and continue mixing on low until fully incorporated.
  9. Flavor and Texture Buttercream: Mix in vanilla extract and salt on low speed. Drizzle in heavy cream; scrape bowl sides and bottom to ensure even mixing.
  10. Whip Buttercream: Increase mixer speed to medium and whip for 2 to 3 minutes to achieve a smooth, creamy texture.
  11. Add Oreo Crumbs: Fold in Oreo cookie crumbs on low speed until evenly distributed. Scrape bowl as needed and mix a few extra minutes on low to remove air bubbles.
  12. Make Chocolate Ganache: Combine semisweet chocolate chips and heavy cream in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave for 30-45 seconds, then let stand 1 minute. Stir until smooth and slightly cooled to a drizzle consistency.
  13. Pipe Frosting on Cupcakes: Fill a piping bag fitted with Ateco 826 tip with the buttercream. Pipe generous swirls onto the cooled cupcakes.
  14. Drizzle Ganache: Drizzle the slightly cooled chocolate ganache over the frosted cupcakes for a glossy finish.
  15. Decorate: Top each cupcake with halved Oreo cookies for an elegant and thematic decoration.

Notes

  • Allow cupcakes to cool completely before applying frosting to prevent melting.
  • Room temperature eggs and butter help achieve a smoother batter and frosting.
  • To create Oreo crumbs, place cookies in a ziplock bag and crush with a rolling pin or pulse lightly in a food processor.
  • Use a stand mixer or hand mixer for best buttercream texture and consistency.
  • Chocolate ganache consistency depends on the chocolate to cream ratio; adjust heavy cream if needed for thinner or thicker drizzle.
  • Store cupcakes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; bring to room temperature before serving.

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