Decadent Cookies & Cream Delight Cupcakes
These Decadent Cookies & Cream Delight Cupcakes are the ultimate treat for any gathering! Rich, chocolatey cupcakes are topped with a luxurious and sturdy frosting that blends the creamy flavors of whipped cream and cream cheese, enhanced with hints of vanilla and almond. The addition of Oreo cookie crumbs not only elevates the flavor but also adds delightful texture. Perfectly balanced and visually appealing, these cupcakes are sure to be the highlight of your dessert table. Bring these to your next potluck or celebration and watch them disappear!
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Servings
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Calories
18
Ingredients
Ingredients
All-purpose flour
2 1/3 cups (sifted)
Unsweetened cocoa powder
1 cup (sifted)
Baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons
Baking soda
1/2 teaspoon
Salt
1/2 teaspoon
Unsalted butter
12 tablespoons (at room temperature)
Light brown sugar
2 cups (firmly packed)
Vanilla extract
2 teaspoons
Eggs
4
Buttermilk
1 1/2 cups (at room temperature)
Whipping cream
1 3/4 cups
Powdered sugar
3 tablespoons
Vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon
Oreo cookie crumbs
6 tablespoons
Chocolate sandwich style cookies
12 (halved (like Oreos))
Lite cream cheese
8 oz
Almond extract
1/2 teaspoon
Additional powdered sugar
5 tablespoons
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two cupcake pans with paper liners.
2
In a medium mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
3
Using an electric mixer, beat the unsalted butter in a large mixing bowl on medium speed until creamy and smooth.
4
Gradually add the light brown sugar and beat until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, scraping down the bowl as needed to ensure even mixing.
5
Incorporate the vanilla extract, then add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
6
With the mixer set to low speed, alternately add the sifted flour mixture and the buttermilk in three additions, beginning and ending with the flour. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
7
Distribute the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.
8
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
9
Once baked, transfer the cupcakes to a wire rack and let them cool completely at room temperature.
10
For the frosting, in a clean bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, combine the whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Beat on medium-high speed until stiff peaks form.
11
Gently fold in the Oreo cookie crumbs using a spatula, being careful not to deflate the whipped cream.
12
Transfer the frosting into a pastry bag fitted with a decorative tip and pipe it onto the cooled cupcakes.
13
Finish by garnishing each cupcake with a halved Oreo cookie.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Decadent Cookies & Cream Delight Cupcakes?
They are rich chocolate cupcakes topped with a luxurious frosting made of whipped cream, cream cheese, vanilla, almond, and Oreo crumbs.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
The oven should be preheated to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
How long do these cupcakes need to bake?
Bake the cupcakes for 18 to 20 minutes.
How do I know when the cupcakes are finished baking?
Insert a toothpick into the center; if it comes out clean, they are done.
What type of cocoa powder is required?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of unsweetened cocoa powder.
How should I prepare the flour and cocoa?
Sift together the all-purpose flour and unsweetened cocoa powder with baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
What is the secret to the frosting's flavor?
The frosting is enhanced with hints of vanilla and almond extracts along with Oreo cookie crumbs.
Should the butter be at a specific temperature?
Yes, the unsalted butter should be at room temperature for easy mixing.
What type of sugar is used in the cupcake batter?
The recipe uses 2 cups of firmly packed light brown sugar.
How many eggs are needed for this recipe?
You will need 4 eggs for the cupcake batter.
What liquid is used for the chocolate batter?
Buttermilk at room temperature is used to create a moist crumb.
How much should I fill the cupcake liners?
Fill each cupcake liner about two-thirds full with the batter.
How should I cool the cupcakes?
Transfer them to a wire rack and let them cool completely at room temperature before frosting.
What are the main ingredients in the frosting?
The frosting consists of whipping cream, lite cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla, and almond extract.
How do I achieve the right consistency for the frosting?
Beat the whipping cream and sugar on medium-high speed until stiff peaks form.
How are the Oreo crumbs added to the frosting?
Gently fold the crumbs into the whipped cream using a spatula to avoid deflating it.
What is the best way to apply the frosting?
Transfer the mixture to a pastry bag with a decorative tip and pipe it onto the cupcakes.
How are the cupcakes garnished?
Each cupcake is topped with a halved chocolate sandwich style cookie like an Oreo.
What type of cream cheese is recommended?
The recipe specifies 8 ounces of lite cream cheese.
How much flour is required?
You will need 2 and 1/3 cups of sifted all-purpose flour.
What speed should I use when adding the flour and buttermilk?
Use low speed to avoid overmixing the batter.
In what order should I add the ingredients for the batter?
Alternately add the flour mixture and buttermilk, beginning and ending with the flour.
How much vanilla extract is used in total?
The recipe uses 2 teaspoons in the batter and 1/2 teaspoon in the frosting.
Is there a specific way to beat the butter?
Beat the butter on medium speed until it is creamy and smooth before adding sugar.
What is the purpose of the salt in the recipe?
The salt balances the sweetness and enhances the chocolate flavor.
How many cupcakes does this recipe yield?
Based on the instruction for two pans, it typically yields approximately 24 cupcakes.
Can I use a different cookie for the crumbs?
Yes, any chocolate sandwich style cookie will work.
What attachment should I use for the frosting?
Use the whisk attachment on your electric mixer for the whipping cream.
Is the brown sugar packed?
Yes, the light brown sugar should be firmly packed when measuring.
What is the final presentation of these cupcakes?
They are decorative chocolate cupcakes with piped frosting and a cookie garnish.