Description
Rich, fudgy dark chocolate cookies with a surprise creamy Oreo filling inside. These cookies are chewy, easy to make, and perfect for impressing guests or satisfying a sweet craving.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
- 1 cup (200g) dark brown sugar, packed
- ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup (75g) unsweetened cocoa powder (Dutch-processed preferred)
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- Pinch of salt
- 8 oz (225g) full-fat cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup (60g) powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup finely crushed Oreos (regular, not Double Stuf)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar on medium-high speed for 2-3 minutes until pale and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Scrape down the bowl sides. Mix in 2 teaspoons vanilla extract.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients on low speed. Mix until just combined; do not overmix.
- In a small bowl, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and 1 teaspoon vanilla until smooth. Fold in crushed Oreos.
- Scoop 1.5 tablespoons of dough, flatten into a disc, place 1 teaspoon of cream filling in center. Seal dough around filling, rolling into a smooth ball. Ensure no cracks exist.
- Place balls on baking sheets and freeze for 30 minutes to prevent spreading.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set but centers are still soft.
- Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Ensure the dough is sealed tightly around the filling to prevent leaking. Do not skip the chilling step, as cold dough prevents spreading. Use high-quality cocoa powder for best flavor. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 16
- Sodium: 120
- Fat: 9
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 24
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 3
Keywords: cookies and cream, stuffed cookies, chocolate cookies, oreo cookies, easy baking, dessert recipe, fudgy cookies