Oreo Brownies

Oreo Brownies are a rich and decadent dessert that is quick and easy to make from scratch using simple ingredients. These fudgy brownies have triple the chocolate, are loaded with Oreo cookies, and have a classic crinkly crackly top.

These brownies with oreos are quick to make in about 30 minutes, but they are also easy to store and freezer-friendly so are a great dessert to make ahead of time. It's always a good idea to have brownies on hand whenever you need a last minute dessert that you don't have to think about — perfect for dinner parties, movie nights, or quite nights at home when a sweet craving hits.

Why You'll Love these Oreo Brownies

• Gooey, fudgy texture. These fudgy brownies with oreos get their texture from the perfect ratio of ingredients (fat to flour) and the perfect cook time. These 2 factors in this recipe are critical to ensuring you get fudgy and moist brownies every time.
• Triple the chocolate. These brownies are packed with real chocolate, cocoa powder, and chocolate sandwich cookies (Oreos) giving you triple the richness and flavor. Every slice is rich, decadent, and delicious. I mean who doesn't love chocolate?
• Quick and easy to make from scratch. These Oreo brownies are so quick and easy to make, ready in just over half an hour, including prep! There is no chilling required or waiting around. Just mix your batter together, spread in a pan, bake, and enjoy. This may become your new go-to dessert when you need to make something delicious and impressive at the last minute.
• Minimal clean up. These brownies with oreos are almost a one bowl recipe. You only dirty a cuople of dishes — the bowl that you melt the chocolate in, and the mixing bowl that you make the batter. Less dishes is gives this recipe extra brownie points!

Ingredient Notes

To make this indulgent Oreo Brownies, you will need the following ingredients (full measurements in recipe card below):

• oreos - we use regular classic oreos in this recipe, but you can use your favorite kind. Try golden oreos, double chocolate, birthday cake, mint oreos, and so on. The choice is yours!
• semi-sweet chocolate - you can substitute with dark chocolate if you prefer the deeper flavor in the brownies.
• butter
• sugar - sugar is an essential ingredient in most desserts, but you can replace it in this recipe with your favorite sugar alternative such as raw sugar, coconut sugar, stevia, or Swerve.
• eggs - the eggs is what gives these brownies their classic crinkly top. You can replace with egg substitutes for a vegan option, but note that you will not get that same crackly top.
• vanilla extract
• all-purpose flour - you can easily make these brownies gluten-free by swapping the wheat flour for a measure-for-measure gluten free flour substitute.
• cocoa powder - use a Dutch process cocoa powder for a richer and more intense flavor with a deeper color. You can also use natural cocoa powder if you don't have it though.
• salt

Baking Equipment

You will also need the following baking tools and equipment:

• measuring cups and spoons
• mixing bowls
• 9-inch square baking pan
• parchment paper
• wire cooling rack

How to Make the Best Oreo Brownies

1. Melt chocolate. Melt the chocolate with butter in a medium heatproof bowl over a pan of simmering water. Make sure the bottom of the bowl does not touch the water, or you will burn the chocolate. Whisk until melted and smooth. Remove from heat and let it cool down for a few minutes.

2. Make batter. In a large mixing bowl, combine the eggs and sugar. Beat with a hand mixer on medium speed for 3-4 minutes. This will ensure that the brownies have a classic crinkly top. Stir in vanilla.
3. Add chocolate. Gradually, pour the chocolate mixture into the egg mixture, and continuously whisk together until combined.

4. Add dry ingredients. Whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, and salt in another mixing bowl. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and fold together using a large silicone spatula until just combined.

5. Add oreos. Fold in half of the oreos – do not over mix.

6. Fill pan. Grease a 9-inch square baking pan and line it with parchment paper so that it hangs over two sides to make it easy to life the brownies out of the pan when baked. Transfer the thick batter into the prepared baking pan, smoothing out the top. Press the remaining oreos on top.
7. Bake. Bake in a 350°F preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, until a toothpick inserted comes out clean with moist a few moist crumbs attached. Bake for 25 minutes for a super fudgy brownie, bake for 30 minutes for a more cakey texture.
8. Serve. Once the brownies are done, remove the baking pan from the oven and place it on a wire cooling rack. Once cooled completely, lift it out of the pan and cut into 16 squares.

How to Serve

Oreo Brownies are delicious warm, at room temperature, or cool. I love them with warm with a scoop of cold vanilla ice cream. They also pair really nicely with a tall glass of milk or a delicious warm drink. Some of our favorites to serve with oreo desserts are:

• White Hot Chocolate
• Slow Cooker Apple Cider
• Matcha Latte
• Golden Milk Turmeric Latte
• Peppermint Hot Chocolate

Storing and Freezing Brownies

How to Store

Once the oreo brownies have completely cooled to room temperature, you can store them in an airtight container (or wrapped in plastic cling wrap or aluminum foil) for up to 3 days at room temperature in a cool place and out of direct sunlight. They will stay fresh and soft for days! You can store even longer for up to a week in the fridge.

How to Reheat

Serve oreo brownies at room temperature or serve warm out of the oven or reheated. To reheat, place in a 350F preheated oven, air fryer, or toaster oven and heat for 5-10 minutes until warm and gooey. You can also reheat in the microwave for 10-20 seconds until warm.

How to Freeze

Once cool, place oreo brownies in a freezer bag or airtight container and freeze for up to 3 months. You can also slice them first and wrap individually in plastic cling wrap before placing in a freezer bag. When ready to serve, take out the portion that you want and thaw overnight in the refrigerator. Then, bring to room temperature before serving, about 20 minutes on the kitchen counter.

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