Instructions
Step 1: Preheat Oven
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
Step 2: Melt Butter and Mix Wet Ingredients
- In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the unsalted butter. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Stir in the sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined. (Make sure the butter isn’t too hot to avoid scrambling the eggs!)
Step 3: Add Dry Ingredients
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Don’t overmix!
Step 4: Add the Oreos
- Fold in half of the chopped Birthday Cake Oreos. Make sure they’re evenly distributed.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
Step 5: Bake
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. (Don’t overbake – fudgy is best!)
Step 6: Add Toppings
- While warm, gently press the remaining chopped Oreos into the top.
- Sprinkle with colorful sprinkles!
- Let cool completely before lifting out (using the parchment paper) and cutting into squares.
Cook Notes & Tips
- Room Temperature Ingredients: Room temperature eggs help with even mixing and texture.
- Chopping Oreos: Roughly chop for a mix of textures.
- Cooling Time: Let cool completely before cutting for easier slicing and better setting.
Recipe Variations
- Mint Oreo Brownies: Swap Birthday Cake Oreos for Mint Oreos.
- Peanut Butter Swirl: Swirl in 1/4 cup melted peanut butter before baking.
- White Chocolate Drizzle: Drizzle melted white chocolate over cooled brownies.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Can I use regular Oreos?
A: Yes! Birthday Cake Oreos add a festive touch, but any Oreos will work.
Q: How do I store them?
A: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days, or refrigerate for a firmer texture.
Q: Can I freeze them?
A: Yes! Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and foil, and freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw at room temperature.
These Birthday Cake Oreo Fudge Brownies are the ultimate indulgence! Enjoy!
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