Get ready to blow your taste buds away with the most decadent, Instagram-worthy dessert that combines the rich, fudgy goodness of brownies with the iconic crunch of Oreo cookies and a birthday cake twist! These aren't just ordinary brownies - they're a celebration of flavor that will make you the instant hero of any gathering. Imagine biting into a thick, chocolatey brownie and discovering a surprise layer of Oreo cookies hidden inside - it's like a dessert treasure hunt that promises pure deliciousness in every single bite!
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 package Oreo cookies
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13 inch baking pan with parchment paper, allowing excess paper to hang over the sides for easy removal.
- Melt the unsalted butter in a large microwave-safe bowl. Once melted, add granulated sugar and whisk until well combined and slightly smooth.
- Add eggs one at a time, whisking thoroughly after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and glossy.
- In a separate bowl, sift together all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
- Pour half of the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly across the bottom.
- Arrange a single layer of Oreo cookies over the first layer of brownie batter, covering the entire surface.
- Carefully pour the remaining brownie batter over the Oreo cookies, ensuring they are completely covered and the batter is spread evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes. To check doneness, insert a toothpick into the center - it should come out with a few moist crumbs.
- Remove from the oven and let cool completely in the pan. Use the parchment paper overhang to lift the brownies out of the pan.
- Cut into 12 equal squares and serve. Optional: Dust with powdered sugar or add birthday cake sprinkles for extra festivity.
Tips
- Room Temperature Matters: Ensure your eggs and butter are at room temperature for smoother mixing and better texture.
- Don't Overmix: When combining wet and dry ingredients, mix just until incorporated. Overmixing can lead to tough brownies.
- Check for Doneness Carefully: A few moist crumbs on your toothpick are perfect - you want fudgy brownies, not dry ones!
- Cooling is Crucial: Let the brownies cool completely before cutting to help them set and make clean, beautiful squares.
- Get Creative with Toppings: Sprinkle birthday cake sprinkles, dust with powdered sugar, or drizzle with chocolate for extra pizzazz.
- Storage Tip: These brownies stay fresh in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3-4 days, if they last that long!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 450kcal
Carbohydrates: 55g
Protein: 6g
Fat: 25g
Saturated Fat: 15g
Cholesterol: 110mg
