The best, easy, fudgy chocolate Oreo brownies recipe from scratch, homemade with simple ingredients. Ready in less than 1 hour. Full of cocoa powder and chocolate chips.
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I have experimented in the kitchen and made these bars three different ways: Oreos on top, inside the batter and even lining them at the bottom of the pan. I found that this version with Oreos on top is the best because the cookies don't get soggy at the end. These are now just as delicious as my Oreo Cupcakes (With Cake Mix) and Oreo Fudge (Cookies and Cream Fudge).
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Key ingredients for cookies and cream brownies
- Butter- Make sure it is unsalted.
- Sugar- Not to be confused with brown sugar.
- Cocoa powder- Gives that chocolatey flavor.
- Eggs- Use ones at room temperature.
- Vanilla extract- Brings a warm aroma and pairs well with chocolate.
- Flour- Thickens up the batter.
- Chocolate chips- Adds texture and sweetness.
- Oreos- Be sure to crush them up.
How to make easy Oreo brownies recipe from scratch?
1. Add ingredients in large mixing bowl- This includes butter, cocoa powder and sugar.
2. Heat in microwave- And mix until mixture is smooth.
3. Add in- The eggs and vanilla.
4. Mix together- Until smooth.
5. Dump in- The flour and chocolate chips.
6. Mix with spatula- Just until combined.
7. Pour batter into prepared pan- And smooth with a spatula.
8. Pat down Oreos- On of top the batter.
Variations
- Use a brownie box mix- Make brownie batter as per instructions on the box and top it off with 1.5 cups chopped Oreos, prior to baking.
- Add frosting- I really don't think any frosting is necessary but if you really must have frosting, top it with my Classic American Buttercream Frosting.
- To add a cheesecake flavor- Top off the cooled brownies with this Chocolate Cream Cheese Frosting or Classic Cream Cheese Frosting.
- Try other Oreo flavors- There are so many new and seasonal flavors of Oreos in the market now. Try a fun new flavor instead of the classic. You can also use Golden Oreos, if you like.
- Turn these into brownie cupcakes- Scoop the batter into cupcake liners or a greased cupcake pan, press Oreos on top and bake until firm.
- Make a "stuffed" version- Spread half the batter in the pan, line top with whole or crushed Oreos, spread remaining batter on top and bake.
- Instead of chocolate chips use chopped nuts- Such as pecans, peanuts, cashews, pistachios, walnuts, or almonds.
- Use other flavors of chocolate chips- Such as white, milk, dark, butterscotch, or peanut butter.
- Add salt- If you like the sweet and salty taste, you can add ¼ teaspoon sea salt.
Tips and techniques
- Remember to line the pan- Use parchment paper or aluminum foil to prevent the brownies from sticking.
- Use high quality unsweetened cocoa powder for best results- This is not the same as hot cocoa or hot chocolate mix.
- Use unsalted butter- So that your dessert isn't too salty.
- Do not over-bake the brownies- Your brownies are ready to be removed from the oven when a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few sticky crumbs. If it comes out clean, it's dry and over-baked.
- Don't replace granulated sugar with brown sugar- Because this will make the brownies too chewy.
- Allow brownies to fully cool- Before slicing them to get the best look with straight lines.
Brownie add-ins and toppings
- Marshmallows- Stir in some mini marshmallows in the brownie batter.
- Chocolate chips- Use white, dark, semisweet, milk, butterscotch, mint or peanut flavor. There are so many possibilities.
- Peanut butter- Swirl some melted peanut butter in the brownie batter prior to baking.
- Nutella- Heat about ½ a cup and swirl it on top of the batter with a butter knife before baking. You can skip all this swirling and just drizzle Nutella Syrup on top of them, once they are fully baked.
- Biscoff or cookie butter- Heat about ½ a cup and swirl it on top of the batter with a toothpick just before you start baking.
- Frosting- Top off these brownies with any frosting of your choice such as Easy Funfetti Frosting, White Chocolate Buttercream Frosting, or Marshmallow Frosting.
- Cookie dough- Prepare Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Truffles and drop spoonfuls on top of the brownie batter and bake. You may have to bake an additional 10-12 minutes. These cookie dough brownies rock!
- Hot fudge Sauce (Chocolate Fudge Sauce)- Drizzle it on top of your baked brownies, once they cool down. It really takes them over the top!
- Caramel sauce- Drizzle it on top, prior to serving. This can also be replaced with Homemade Dulce De Leche which has similar flavor profile.
- Whipped cream- Like this Homemade Stabilized Whipped Cream, Chocolate Whipped Cream, or Chantilly Cream.
- Ice cream and gelato- Try your favorite to top off this sweet treat. You can even try my Snow Ice Cream.
Recipe FAQs
This happens when you cook them too long. In many baked goods, a toothpick inserted in the center that comes out clean means it is done. However, in the case of brownies, that means they are over-baked. You still want some goo on the stick. Also, it may be due to adding too much flour or other dry ingredients.
Likely they need more time to cook through. It could also be that you accidentally added too much of the wet ingredients.
Storage
- Refrigerate- Place in a sealed container for up to 3 days.
- Freeze- In freezer bags or sealed containers for up to 1 month. If any moisture gets inside, the Oreos will become soggy upon thawing.
- Room temperature-
- Make ahead- 1-2 days in advance, make up the treat, then place in a sealed container in the fridge.
More Oreo desserts
- Easy Chocolate Oreo Cake
- Oreo Truffles (Oreo Balls)
- No Bake Oreo Pie
- Cookies and Cream Cake
- Refrigerator Cake (Chocolate Oreo Icebox Cake)
Recipe
Fudgy Oreo Brownies (Easy)
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Ingredients
- ½ cup Butter +2 tablespoon butter, Unsalted
- 1.5 cups Granulated sugar
- ¾ cup Cocoa powder
- 2 Eggs Large, Room temperature
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- ½ cup All-purpose flour
- ⅓ cup Chocolate chips Semisweet
- 12 Oreos Roughly chopped
Instructions
- In a microwave-safe mixing bowl, add butter, sugar, cocoa powder and heat in microwave at 30 second increments (mixing between each round) until the butter has fully melted and you have a smooth mixture.
- Add eggs, vanilla extract and mix again until smooth.
- Add flour, chocolate chips and mix until just combined. Don't over-mix! Some of the chocolate chips might melt, depending on how warm your mixture is. Don't worry about that.
- Pour batter in a square pan (Dimensions: 8x8) lined with aluminum foil and greased with oil or just use parchment paper. Spread batter evenly with a spatula.
- Add chopped Oreos on top and pat them down tightly with a rubber spatula.
- Bake at 350 degrees F for 30-35 minutes or until an inserted toothpick comes out with a few sticky crumbs. If there are no sticky crumbs, you have over-baked the brownies.
- Allow the brownies to fully cool to room temperature before cutting slices. Enjoy.
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Notes
- Replace semisweet chocolate chips with other flavors such as white, milk, dark, butterscotch e.t.c.
- You must use unsalted butter.
- I don't add any salt in this recipe but you can add ¼ teaspoon sea salt if you like.
- Don't over-bake brownies because that would make them dry and crumbly.
- Instead of the classic Oreo cookies, try other seasonal flavors.
- Don't replace granulated sugar with brown sugar because that results in a more chewy brownie.
- Read additional tips and variations above.
- Leftovers can be stored in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
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