Homemade Oreos

Introduction

In this tutorial, you will learn how to make delicious homemade Oreos from scratch. This recipe yields about 40 sandwich cookies and is perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth or impressing friends and family. Follow the step-by-step instructions to create a classic treat that rivals the store-bought version.

Step 1: Gather Your Ingredients

Before you start baking, make sure you have all the necessary ingredients on hand.

For the Cookie:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup white sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1¼ cups dark chocolate or special dark cocoa powder
• ½ teaspoon baking soda

For the Cream Filling:

• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 cups powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla

Step 2: Prepare the Cookie Dough

1. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and white sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy.
2. Beat in the eggs until fully incorporated.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, and baking soda. Make sure to break up any large clumps.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until combined.
5. Turn the dough out onto a clean surface and shape it into a flat square.
6. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1 hour.

Step 3: Roll Out the Dough

1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
2. Remove the dough from the fridge and divide it into 4 equal portions to keep it cool while rolling.
3. Take one portion of dough and place it between two sheets of parchment paper. Alternatively, you can use a lightly floured surface.
4. Roll the dough to a thickness of about ¼ inch.
5. Using a small round cookie cutter or the rim of a champagne glass, cut the dough into individual rounds and place them on a large parchment-lined baking sheet. Leave at least ½ inch of space between each cookie.
6. Gather and re-roll any scraps to cut additional cookies. Repeat this process with the remaining portions of dough.

Step 4: Bake the Cookies

1. Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 15 minutes.
2. If you are baking multiple trays at once, rotate them halfway through baking to ensure even cooking.
3. Once baked, remove the cookies and transfer them to a cooling rack to cool completely.

Step 5: Make the Cream Filling

1. In a medium mixing bowl, combine ½ cup of softened butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla.
2. Beat the mixture together until it becomes light and fluffy.

Step 6: Assemble the Oreos

1. Take one cookie and spread a generous scoop of the cream filling onto it.
2. Place another cookie on top to form a sandwich and give it a light squeeze.
3. Scrape away any excess filling around the edges for a clean finish.

Conclusion

Congratulations! You’ve successfully made homemade Oreos. Enjoy these treats fresh or share them with friends and family. Feel free to experiment with different flavors in the filling or even the cookie itself. Happy baking!