King Arthur Flour's Faux Reos

Indulge in the nostalgic charm of homemade sandwich cookies with King Arthur Flour's Faux Reos—a delightful twist on a classic favorite! These rich, chocolatey cookies sandwich a luscious vanilla cream filling, perfectly recreating the iconic Oreo experience in your own kitchen. Made with premium Dutch-process cocoa and a soft, buttery dough, these treats deliver a crisp, melt-in-your-mouth texture that's impossible to resist. Quick and fun to make, this recipe is ready in under an hour and yields 20 satisfying servings, making it perfect for parties, gifting, or as an anytime indulgence. Enjoy these scrumptious cookies fresh or store them in an airtight container for up to a week of sweet snacking. Perfect for chocolate lovers and cookie enthusiasts alike, these Faux Reos will become a cherished addition to your homemade dessert repertoire.

Nutriscore Rating: 43/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:18 mins

Total Time:48 mins

Servings: 20

Ingredients

• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter (softened)
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1.25 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup Cocoa powder (Dutch-process preferred)
• 1 cup Confectioners' sugar
• 0.25 cup Unsalted butter (softened, for filling)
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract (for filling)
• 1 tablespoon Milk

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.

Step 2

In a mixing bowl, cream together 1/2 cup of softened unsalted butter, 1 cup of granulated sugar, 1/4 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until light and fluffy.

Step 3

Sift 1.25 cups of all-purpose flour and 1/2 cup of cocoa powder into the butter mixture. Mix until a firm dough forms.

Step 4

Divide the dough into two portions for easier handling. Roll out one portion between two pieces of parchment paper to about 1/8-inch thickness. Repeat with the other portion.

Step 5

Use a round cookie cutter (approximately 2 inches in diameter) to cut out circles from the dough. Place them on the prepared baking sheets, spaced about 1 inch apart.

Step 6

Bake the cookies for 16-18 minutes, or until firm to the touch. Allow them to cool completely on a wire rack.

Step 7

To make the filling, beat 1 cup of confectioners' sugar, 1/4 cup of softened unsalted butter, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and 1 tablespoon of milk together in a medium bowl until smooth and creamy.

Step 8

Once the cookies are completely cooled, spread a small amount of the filling on the flat side of one cookie. Top with another cookie to create a sandwich.

Step 9

Repeat until all cookies are assembled. Store in an airtight container for up to a week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(797.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3385.0

Total Fat 163.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 102.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 393.3mg	0%
Sodium 645.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 510.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 48.1g	0%
Total Sugars 329.0g
Protein 40.8g	0%

Vitamin D 103.6IU	0%
Calcium 231.0mg	0%
Iron 23.6mg	0%
Potassium 2047.6mg	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: 40.1%

Protein: 4.4%

Carbs: 55.5%