Death by Oreo Cupcakes

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Line cupcake tin with cupcake liners. This recipe makes 24 cupcakes.

Step 2

Prepare the chocolate cake mix according to package instructions. Roughly chop 12 Oreos and add them to the mix.

Step 3

Place a regular Oreo cookie in the bottom of each cupcake liner. Pour the batter into the cupcake molds and fill to the brim.

Step 4

Bake for 20 minutes, or according to package instructions. Let the cupcakes cool in the tin for 10 minutes. Transfer them onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 5

Meanwhile, prepare the frosting. Beat together the softened cream cheese and butter with an electric mixer at medium speed until smooth and fluffy, about 4-5 minutes. Beat in vanilla.

Step 6

Gradually sift in the powdered sugar. Continue beating until smooth and creamy, about 5 minutes.

Step 7

Finely chop the remaining regular Oreos. Use the food processor for the best results. Using a rubber spatula, gently mix the crushed Oreos into the frosting.

Step 8

Once completely cooled, frost the cupcakes with the frosting. Garnish each cupcake with a piece of mini-Oreos. Serve and enjoy!