Red Velvet Oreo Cookies (Print)

Chewy red velvet cocoa cookies stuffed with creamy Oreo filling and white chocolate chips.

# Ingredient list:

→ Cookie Dough

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
03 - 1 tsp baking soda
04 - 1/2 tsp salt
05 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
06 - 3/4 cup granulated sugar
07 - 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
08 - 1 large egg
09 - 1 tbsp milk
10 - 2 tsp vanilla extract
11 - 1 tbsp red food coloring
12 - 1 cup white chocolate chips

→ Oreo Cream Filling

13 - 4 oz cream cheese, softened
14 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
15 - 1 1/4 cups powdered sugar, sifted
16 - 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
17 - 8 Oreo cookies, finely crushed

# Directions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
03 - In a large bowl, beat butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg, milk, vanilla, and red food coloring. Mix until combined.
04 - Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Fold in white chocolate chips.
05 - In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla, beating until creamy. Fold in crushed Oreo cookies. Refrigerate filling for 10 minutes to firm up.
06 - Scoop 2-tablespoon-sized portions of cookie dough and flatten slightly. Place 1 rounded teaspoon of Oreo filling in the center, then fold the dough around the filling, sealing edges to enclose.
07 - Place stuffed dough balls on prepared baking sheets, spacing at least 2 inches apart.
08 - Bake for 11-12 minutes, or until edges are set and centers look slightly soft. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • They combine the classic red velvet flavor with the nostalgic crunch of Oreos in every bite
  • The surprise cream filling makes them feel like a bakery treat without the fancy price tag
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  • Chill the filling before stuffing or it'll melt out of the cookies while baking
  • Don't overmix the dough or your cookies will turn out tough instead of chewy
03 -
  • Use a cookie scoop to ensure all your cookies are the same size for even baking
  • Let the baking sheets cool completely between batches so the dough doesn't start melting before it hits the oven