Homemade Oreos Pure Goodness Minus the Yucky Additives

Indulge in the nostalgic delight of *Homemade Oreos Pure Goodness Minus the Yucky Additives*, a clean and wholesome take on everyone’s favorite sandwich cookie. This recipe transforms simple pantry staples like unsweetened cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, and creamy butter into perfectly crisp, chocolatey cookies, filled with a luscious vanilla buttercream. With no artificial flavors or unpronounceable additives, these treats are a deliciously guilt-free alternative to store-bought options. Ready in just 40 minutes, this easy recipe is perfect for bakers of all skill levels and yields 20 decadent cookies—ideal for sharing or savoring with a glass of cold milk. Perfect your snacking with these buttery, rich, and health-conscious homemade Oreos!

Nutriscore Rating: 38/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 20

Ingredients

• 115 grams unsalted butter
• 150 grams granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 large egg
• 180 grams all-purpose flour
• 60 grams unsweetened cocoa powder
• 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 200 grams powdered sugar
• 115 grams unsalted butter (for filling)
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract (for filling)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a mixing bowl, beat 115 grams of unsalted butter and 150 grams of granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.

Step 3

Add 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract and 1 large egg to the butter-sugar mixture, and beat until combined.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together 180 grams of all-purpose flour, 60 grams of unsweetened cocoa powder, 0.5 teaspoons of baking soda, and 0.25 teaspoons of salt.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms. The dough should be soft but not sticky.

Step 6

Roll the dough into small balls (about 1 tablespoon each) and place them on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Step 7

Using the bottom of a glass or a flat surface, gently press each ball flat to form cookies about 1/4 inch thick.

Step 8

Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are set. Let the cookies cool completely on a wire rack.

Step 9

To make the filling, beat 115 grams of unsalted butter until smooth, then gradually add 200 grams of powdered sugar, beating until fluffy. Mix in 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract.

Step 10

Once the cookies are cool, add a small dollop of filling onto the flat side of one cookie, then sandwich it with another cookie. Repeat until all cookies are paired.

Step 11

Enjoy your homemade Oreos with a glass of milk, or store in an airtight container to keep them fresh for up to a week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(896.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3955.3

Total Fat 209.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 123.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 725.2mg	0%
Sodium 1369.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 526.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.5g	0%
Total Sugars 349.3g
Protein 39.0g	0%

Vitamin D 110.5IU	0%
Calcium 174.4mg	0%
Iron 19.0mg	0%
Potassium 1246.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.5%

Protein: 3.8%

Carbs: 50.8%