Fireworks Cookies and Cream Cookies
A fun twist on classic cookies, blending cookies and cream flavors with colorful popping candy for an exciting treat.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2/3 cup cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup crushed Oreo cookies
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup popping candy (like Pop Rocks)
- to taste Additional crushed Oreos for garnish Optional
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Beat in the eggs, one at a time, making sure each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next. Then stir in the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing well after each addition.
- Gently fold in the crushed Oreo cookies, chocolate chips, and popping candy into the cookie dough.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, scoop dough balls onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are set, and the tops appear slightly cracked. The centers may look a little underbaked; this is okay as they will firm up once cooled.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Chill the dough for thicker cookies, and if too sweet, reduce the granulated sugar by 1/4 cup. Feel free to experiment with flavors and add your favorite chocolates.