Gooey Oreo Brownies
Deliciously rich chocolate brownies filled with creamy Oreo cookies, perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth and impressing friends and family.
Ingredients
Brownie Base
- 8 tablespoons melted butter Ensure the butter is melted but not too hot.
- ½ cup cocoa powder
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup chocolate chunks You can use chocolate chips for a stronger flavor.
Oreo Filling
- 15 cookies Oreo cookies 12 for layering and 3 for crumbling on top.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Line an 8x8 inch dish with aluminum foil or parchment paper for easy removal.
- In a medium-sized bowl, combine the melted butter, cocoa powder, and granulated sugar.
- Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the mixture, then mix until well combined.
- Stir in the all-purpose flour and fold in the chocolate chunks until evenly distributed.
- Spread half of the brownie batter into the prepared pan.
- Place 12 of the 15 Oreo cookies in a single layer on top of the batter.
- Spread the remaining brownie batter over the Oreos.
- Crush the remaining 3 Oreos and sprinkle the crumbs on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes. The brownies will be set, but the center should still be gooey.
- Once baked, remove from the oven and let them cool completely in the pan.
Serving
- Once the brownies are completely cooled, cut them into squares and serve them on a plate.
- They are delicious on their own, but enjoy with vanilla ice cream, chocolate sauce, or whipped cream for an extra treat.
Storage
- To store, keep in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
- Reheat in the microwave for a few seconds if desired.
Notes
For a unique twist, consider adding nuts or different types of cookies to the batter. You can also experiment with flavored extracts for a different flavor profile.