6 Creative Ways to Use Oreos
We all know Oreos taste just fine on their own. After all, they're "America's favorite cookie." Some might therefore argue that there's no reason to get any crazier with an Oreo than to pair it with a tall glass of milk. But some people feel the need to push the boundaries of these delicious treats, and of course, their concoctions have found their way to the Internet.
The compilation below looks at 15 inventive recipes that feature the Oreo. Some throw Oreos into classic desserts like cupcakes and pies, while others use the cookie in dishes that may sound a little strange (ahem, understatement). From simple to downright creative, these recipes may not change the way you eat your Oreos - but they will at least change the way you think about them. If you want to give one of these recipes a try, click the Spring It! button to save it for later. (New to Springpad? We're a free application that makes it easy to save anything you want to remember. Learn more here).
1. Deep Fried Oreos
Why wait for the next state fair? Try making these indulgent deep-fried beauties at home. This simple recipe calls for ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen, and you won't even need a deep fryer.
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2. Homemade Oreo Ice Cream
Cookies and cream is a classic ice cream flavor for the ages. Next time you're craving a scoop, just make your own. This delicious recipe calls for Double Stuf Oreos. Try it and you may never eat store-bought ice cream again.
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3. Oreo Biscotti
Ever feel like enjoying an Oreo cookie with your morning coffee? No? Understandable. But maybe you should give the Oreo Biscotti a shot. A twist on the classic Italian treat, this recipe welcomes Oreos to the breakfast table in a delicious manner.
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4. Oreo Cheesecake
The Cheesecake Factory is known for serving up this popular dessert. But now you can bake your own version of Oreo Cheesecake that will make you think twice about shelling out for the treat at the restaurant.
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5. Oreo Chocolate Pie
Chocoholic? Many Oreo pies use the cookie simply as crust. This one calls for the Oreos to be mixed into the filling itself, then sprinkled on top for good measure. It's a triple O.
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6. Oreo Cupcakes
If an Oreo were a cupcake, would ya eat it? I sure would. Especially if it tasted like this. Crushed Oreo cookies are mixed into the cake batter, then a layer of icing is sandwiched between the bread and an Oreo cookie top.
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