Homemade Peppermint Oreos
Delight in the festive spirit with these rich chocolate cookies filled with a creamy peppermint filling, perfect for any holiday gathering or sweet treat.
Ingredients
Cookie Ingredients
- 1 box Devil’s Food cake mix (15.25 oz)
- 1 stick unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg, beaten
Filling Ingredients
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 stick butter, softened
- 1 tablespoon milk
- 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Peppermint Crunch Sprinkles for garnish (optional) Use for festive decoration
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the Devil’s Food cake mix with softened butter and mix until smooth.
- Add the beaten egg and mix until everything is incorporated into a soft dough.
- Scoop small portions of the cookie dough and roll into balls, flattening slightly on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Baking
- Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for about 8-10 minutes until soft but set to the touch.
- Allow the cookies to cool on a wire rack.
Prepare Filling
- In a separate mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Add milk, peppermint extract, and vanilla extract, and mix until creamy.
Assembly
- Spread a generous layer of peppermint filling on the flat side of one cooled cookie and top with another cookie.
- Optionally, sprinkle Peppermint Crunch Sprinkles on the filling before placing the second cookie.
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Notes
For a stronger peppermint flavor, add more extract. Adjust the butter-to-sugar ratio for a creamier filling. Store cookies in an airtight container.