To celebrate National Oreo Day, I made Oreo cupcakes. And I wanted to keep the Oreo theme going, so made some super-yummy Oreo Buttercream frosting. It was the perfect finishing touch!
This frosting would be great on chocolate or white cakes or cupcakes, to give them a touch of that cookies and cream flavor. Or do as I did, and make every bite an Oreo extravaganza!
Why You'll Love This Oreo Buttercream Frosting
If you're a fan or Oreo's (that's everyone, right??) this frosting takes the cookies and cream flavor to another level. It's rich and buttery, perfectly sweet, and the crushed Oreos give it that little bit of crunch. Think of Oreo's dipped in a glass of milk: they turn mostly soft, but there is still a subtle crunch in every bite. It's just like that!
It comes together quickly so you can make a batch whenever you need it to add something extra to your cupcakes or brownies, to delight everyone who takes a bite.
Ingredients Needed for Oreo Buttercream Frosting
This recipe takes a pretty standard buttercream frosting and adds crushed Oreos. I've made this with both standard Oreos and Double Stuf. The Double Stuf will have more filling and will really increase the sweetness of the frosting - like you needed that!
I think I prefer it with regular Oreos but you do you! It gets rave reviews either way.
- Butter
- Heavy whipping cream (or milk)
- Powdered sugar
- Vanilla extract
How to Make Oreo Frosting Recipe
Start with softened butter. I like to whip this with a hand mixer to make sure its smooth, then start adding the other ingredients.
Add one cup of powdered sugar and one tablespoon whipping cream and mix in thoroughly. Add vanilla and repeat with powdered sugar and cream, one cup and one tablespoon at a time.
If a little more frosting is desired you can add up to another cup of powdered sugar and a tablespoon of cream. I typically maintain these proportions for buttercream frosting.
For Oreo buttercream frosting, I like to add additional cream, up to one more tablespoon. (Less if you use Double Stuf) This will make the frosting more loose/wet. The reason for this is that adding crushed Oreos introduces another dry ingredient. So you need a little extra moisture to even it all out.
Hopefully this is not too confusing. Here was the bottom line for me: For this batch, I used 2 ½ cups powdered sugar and 3 ½ tablespoons whipping cream. This made the frosting ready to absorb those Oreo cookie crumbs.
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Then of course, you add the crushed Oreos. I like to fold these in, using a spatula. Your hand mixer will work fine, but I like to get a feel for the texture of my frosting while mixing and so I usually switch to a spatula for that.
Your goal is to get a smooth and spreadable (pipable!) frosting to top each delicious cupcake.
Uses for this Oreo Buttercream Frosting
As I said, I use it for topping Oreo cupcakes. But don't stop there!
This would be great on white or chocolate cupcakes. Or use it for a cake!
Just keep in mind that this recipe is designed for about 12 cupcakes, so if you're making more, or a full sized layer cake, you will need to scale up the proportions. Because you don't want to have to skimp!
This frosting will be a new favorite!
How to Store Cookies and Cream Frosting
If you have leftover frosting. . . well, first of all, did you put enough on your cupcakes? More is better, you know!
If you STILL have some, or maybe you want to make it up ahead of time, you can store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Before using it, you'll want to let it sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes, then re-whip it briefly to bring back its fluffy texture.
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Cookies and Cream Frosting
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Ingredients
- 6 Oreo cookies, crushed or 12 halves - see note
- ½ cup butter 1 stick, softened
- 2-3 cups powdered sugar
- 2-4 Tablespoons heavy whipping cream
- ½ teaspoon vanilla
Instructions
- Begin beating softened butter with a hand mixer. Add one cup powdered sugar and mix well. Add one tablespoon cream and mix in.½ cup butter, 2-3 cups powdered sugar, 2-4 Tablespoons heavy whipping cream
- Add vanilla, then repeat with another cup of powdered sugar and tablespoon of cream. Adjust with more powdered sugar and/or cream to get the amount and consistency you desire. Keep in mind that you will be adding dry, powdery cookies so you might want the frosting to be a little more "wet" than your typical buttercream. (i.e. add a little more cream)½ teaspoon vanilla
- Add the crushed Oreos to the bowl and fold in. Use on your favorite baked goods!6 Oreo cookies, crushed
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition values are estimates only, using online calculators. Please verify using your own data.
Cindy Mom the Lunch Lady
This is definitely going to be frosting for my youngest's birthday cake next month! YUM
Sula
Enjoy!
nancy
thanks for the yummy recipe
Sula
you're welcome, enjoy!
Emily Flint
Oh man, Oreos in a frosting?!? Yes please...although they may not make it to the cupcakes, LOL!
Sula
You might need to make a double batch! LOL
Shilpa
Oreo cupcakes with Oreo frosting is like a dream!!! Yes please!! But you had me at Oreo!!
Sula
Best cookie ever!
Mallory
Obsessed! I can eat this by itself!
Sula
LOL I don't want to admit how many times I have done just that!
Audrey
You had me at Oreo!! YUM
Sula
I feel the same way!
Jeannie
will it be possible to skip whipping cream? I want to try this frosting!
Sula
For a non-dairy version, try using almond milk!
Patrick
SO good!
Sula
I'm so glad you enjoyed it!
Toni
It was so good! Thanks for the recipe!
Sula
You’re welcome, I’m so glad you enjoyed it!
Chef Dennis
I made cupcakes with your frosting for a bake sale today and they sold out immediately!
Sula
Perfect!