{"id":3557,"date":"2023-12-18T17:06:51","date_gmt":"2023-12-18T17:06:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tasting-thyme.com\/staging\/6788\/?p=3557"},"modified":"2025-02-25T15:14:28","modified_gmt":"2025-02-25T15:14:28","slug":"christmas-oreo-brownie-cups","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tasting-thyme.com\/staging\/6788\/christmas-oreo-brownie-cups\/","title":{"rendered":"Christmas Oreo Brownie Cups"},"content":{"rendered":"Jump to Recipe<\/a>\n\n\n

These Christmas Oreo Brownie Cups are full of fudgy flavours and topped with Christmas candies for something that looks so fun! These are a fabulous bake for the holidays, so easy to make and definitely one that the family can get involved in. Feel free to play around with flavours\/candies\/types of Oreo to suit what you like! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The recipe is a really easy, fudgy brownie recipe. There really is minimal hassle involved \u2013 just lots of good, delicious ingredients. Once you\u2019ve made the batter, scoop small amounts into the base of each cupcake liner. Add an Oreo, flat. Then top with the remaining batter until nearly full.\u00a0Finally, sprinkle over some Christmas candies (I use M&Ms) to add that little pizazz. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

These go into simple muffin liners for baking. Once done, simply let them cool before serving! I do recommend eating them warm for a real treat, but they are perfect to transport to work\/school\/as an easy snack! These are pretty versatile, so omit the Oreos for similar cookies if you like, or use any flavour Oreo you like.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When it comes to making the best brownies, here are a few tips to keep in mind:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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  1. Quality Ingredients: Always use high-quality ingredients in your brownie recipe. This includes using good quality chocolate, cocoa powder, and fresh eggs. It will make a noticeable difference in the taste and texture of the brownies.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Don\u2019t Overmix: When combining the ingredients, be gentle and avoid overmixing the batter. Overmixing can lead to a denser and tougher texture. Mix until the ingredients are just combined.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Proper Pan Size: Use the recommended pan size mentioned in the recipe. Using a smaller or larger pan can affect the baking time and the texture of the brownies. For fudgy and moist brownies, an 8\u00d78-inch square baking pan is usually recommended. For this recipe we use a muffin tin, so if you use a ‘fairy cake’ or ‘popover’ tin which are different sizes, you’ll get a different outcome and need to change your bake time accordingly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Do Not Overbake: Keep a close eye on the brownies while they are baking and avoid overbaking them. A slightly underbaked brownie will be fudgy and moist, while an overbaked one can turn out dry. Insert a toothpick into the center \u2013 if it comes out with a coating of fudgy, moist crumbs, the brownies are done.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  5. Let Them Cool: Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan before cutting and serving. This helps them to set and ensures that they hold their shape. It also allows the flavors to develop fully.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  6. Experiment with Additions: Feel free to get creative with your brownie recipe by adding your favorite mix-ins such as nuts, chocolate chips, or even a dollop of peanut butter. Just make sure not to overload the batter, as it may affect the texture.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Remember, practice makes perfect when it comes to baking brownies. Don\u2019t be afraid to make tweaks and adjustments to the recipe to suit your preferences. You can totally shift the frosting quantity for more or less, just do what suits you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Top Tips for the best Christmas Oreo Brownie Cups<\/h2>\n\n\n\n