Imagine biting into a soft, red velvet cookie to reveal a creamy Oreo heart. That’s exactly what these Red Velvet Oreo Cookies offer! This recipe combines the richness of Red Velvet cake with the iconic crunch and sweetness of Oreos, creating an irresistible taste experience. Let yourself be tempted by these deep red cookies, studded with white chocolate chips, hiding a delicious Oreo secret at their core.
What you’ll love about Red Velvet Oreo Cookies
- Flavors: A perfect marriage between the subtle cocoa of Red Velvet and the creamy vanilla of Oreos, enhanced by notes of white chocolate.
- Textures: A slightly crisp exterior that yields to reveal a soft interior, with the surprising crunch of an Oreo at the heart.
- Difficulty level:
- Overall assessment: Intermediate
- Advance preparation: The dough can be prepared and refrigerated up to 24 hours in advance.
- Just before serving: Allow to cool completely before serving for optimal texture.
- Special equipment: A stand mixer will make mixing easier, but an electric hand mixer will do the job.
Choosing your ingredients wisely
- Red food coloring: Opt for gel food coloring for a more intense color without affecting the dough’s texture.
- Oreos: Choose classic Oreos for a perfect contrast with the red dough.
- White chocolate: Prefer quality chips that will melt delicately without burning.
How to easily make Red Velvet Oreo Cookies?
- Prepare all your ingredients by measuring them in advance.
- Mix the dry ingredients (flour, cocoa, baking powder, salt) in a bowl.
- Beat the butter and sugars until creamy.
- Incorporate the eggs, vanilla, and red food coloring.
- Add the dry mixture gradually to the wet ingredients.
- Gently fold in the white chocolate chips.
- Wrap each Oreo with a generous layer of dough.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 12-15 minutes.
Tips for successful Red Velvet Oreo Cookies at home
- Use room temperature butter for perfect incorporation.
- Don’t overbake the cookies; they will continue to cook slightly out of the oven.
- Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Add a few white chocolate chips on top just before baking for an attractive visual effect.
How to properly store your Red Velvet Oreo Cookies?
- Optimal storage methods: Store in an airtight container with parchment paper between layers.
- Recommended storage duration: Up to 5 days at room temperature or 3 months in the freezer.
Variations and pairings
- Variations: Try with different Oreo flavors like mint or peanut butter.
- Pairings: Serve with a glass of cold milk or a latte for a perfect indulgent break.
Other recipes to try
- Red Velvet Cheesecake
- Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies
- Oreo Milkshake
Red Velvet Oreo Cookies
Discover these delicious Red Velvet cookies hiding an Oreo heart. An irresistible combination of textures and flavors that will delight all dessert enthusiasts.
Servings: 23 cookies
Equipment
- Stand mixer or electric hand mixer
- Mixing bowls
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups 280g all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup 170g unsalted butter, room temperature
- 3/4 cup 150g granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup 100g brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon red gel food coloring
- 1/2 cup 100g white chocolate chips
- 24 Oreo cookies
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, beat butter and sugars until creamy.
- Add eggs one at a time, then vanilla and red food coloring. Mix well.
- Gradually incorporate the dry mixture into the wet ingredients.
- Gently fold in the white chocolate chips.
- Take a tablespoon of dough, flatten it slightly, and place an Oreo in the center.
- Cover the Oreo with another tablespoon of dough, sealing the edges well.
- Place the cookies on the baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, until the edges are slightly golden.
- Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
For a festive variation, use mint Oreos during the Christmas season!