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Oreo Cupcakes - Easy Cupcake Recipes

Cupcakes have a way of making any day better. These Oreo cupcakes are my go-to when I want something playful yet comforting. Imagine biting into a soft, moist cake with hidden cookie pieces and finishing with a swirl of cookies and cream frosting that feels like a hug. That’s the kind of joy we’re baking here. I still remember the first time I brought these to a family gathering. I thought I had made enough for everyone, but let’s just say, they vanished before the coffee even brewed. The mix of chocolate, cream, and crunch does something to people—it pulls smiles out of them. If you’re on the hunt for easy cupcake recipes, this one belongs on your list. It hits all the right notes: it’s quick enough for a weeknight project, fun enough to make with kids, and yes, it works for fall cupcake recipes or really any season. When someone asks for cupcake recipes, I point them here. It’s a fun cupcake adventure that doesn’t need fancy tools—just your love for Oreos.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keywords: cupcake recipes, Easy Cupcake Recipes, Easy Cupcakes, fall cupcake recipes, Fun Cupcakes, quick cupcake recipe
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Author: Lila

Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 10 Oreo cookies, crushed
  • 12 whole Oreo cookies (for cupcake bases)
  • Frosting of choice (cookies and cream recommended)
  • Extra Oreo crumbs for topping

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a muffin pan with cupcake liners and place one whole Oreo at the bottom of each.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well. Stir in vanilla.
  4. Alternate adding dry mixture and buttermilk into the wet ingredients until just combined.
  5. Fold in the crushed Oreos gently.
  6. Divide the batter evenly among cupcake liners. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Cool completely before frosting with cookies and cream frosting. Sprinkle extra Oreo crumbs on top.