Homemade Oreos

Ingredients

• 1.25 cup all-purpose flour (plus more for dusting)
• 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (dark or Dutch-processed recommended for Oreo flavor)
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 0.25 tsp salt (for the dough)
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter (cold, cut into pieces for the dough)
• 1 egg (large)
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter (room temperature, for the filling)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 cup powdered sugar (sifted)
• salt (a pinch for the filling)

Steps

1. 1

   In a food processor or mixer, combine the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar.

2. 2

   Add the cold butter a few pieces at a time, pulsing or mixing until the mixture looks like coarse crumbs.

3. 3

   Add the egg and continue to mix until a cohesive dough forms.

4. 4

   Shape the dough into a flat disc, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap, and chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes until firm.

5. 5

   Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

6. 6

   Roll the chilled dough out to 1/8-inch thickness on a lightly floured surface and cut into 2-inch circles using a cookie cutter. Alternatively, roll tablespoon-sized balls and flatten them manually.

7. 7

   Place the shaped cookies on the prepared baking sheets and chill them for an additional 10 minutes to help them hold their shape.

8. 8

   Bake for 9-10 minutes, rotating the pans halfway through the cooking time, until the cookies are set. Let them cool completely on the pan or a wire rack.

9. 9

   To make the filling, beat the room-temperature butter and vanilla extract together until smooth.

10. 10

    Add the powdered sugar and a pinch of salt, then whip the mixture until it is light and fluffy.

11. 11

    Assemble the sandwiches by adding 1 teaspoon of filling to the center of one cookie. Place a second cookie on top and gently press to spread the filling to the edges. Repeat for all cookies.

Notes

Store the finished cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days. For the most authentic Oreo look, use 'Dark' or 'Black' cocoa powder.

Nutrition per serving

• dessert
• snack
• cookies
• baked
• kid-friendly
• copycat recipe
• vegetarian