Cookies & Cream Vanilla Cupcakes

Moist Cookies & Cream Vanilla Cupcakes layered with a luscious vegan cream-cheese frosting. Perfect for birthdays, holidays, or anytime dessert cravings strike.

halloween cupcakes

Ingredients You Need

For the Oreo Vanilla Cupcakes:

  • 1 ¼ cups milk (regular or plant-based)
  • ⅓ cup butter (regular or plant-based)
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour (regular or gluten-free)
  • crushed regular or gluten-free oreo cookies (plus more for topping)
  • any festive sprinkles depending on your occasion

For the Vegan Cream Cheese Frosting:

  • ¾ cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoon butter (regular or plant-based)
  • 2 oz cream cheese (regular or plant-based)
monster cupcakes

How To Make Oreo Vanilla Cupcakes

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tray with 12 paper liners.

Make the Batter: In a mixing bowl, combine the milk, melted butter, sugar, vanilla extract, baking soda, and baking powder. Mix well until combined. Gradually add the flour, stirring until a silky batter forms. Add the crushed oreo cookies and fold it into the batter. Be careful not to over-mix.

halloween cupcake batter

Bake the Cupcakes: Pour the vanilla cupcake batter evenly into the prepared cupcake molds. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cupcakes are lightly golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

halloween cupcake batter with the crushed oreo cookies

Prepare the Frosting: While the cupcakes are baking, prepare the vegan cream cheese frosting. In a separate bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, cream cheese, and butter until smooth and creamy.

frosting the halloween vanilla cupcakes

Frost and Decorate: Once the cupcakes have cooled, generously frost each cupcake with the cream cheese frosting. For a festive touch, add crushed oreo cookies and harvest-themed sprinkles or your favorite decorations.

inside of the monster cupcakes

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you have a chocolate version of these Cupcakes?

Absolutely! Click here for the link to our Chocolate Cupcakes!Halloween Vegan Chocolate Cupcakes

What gluten-free flour can I use?

We love King Arthur's Measure for Measure Gluten Free Flour!

How can I store these?

To store your vegan oreo vanilla cupcakes, follow these tips:
At Room Temperature: If you plan to eat them within 1-2 days, keep the cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature. Make sure they are completely cooled before sealing to prevent moisture buildup.
In the Refrigerator: For longer storage, place the cupcakes in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They can last up to a week this way. Just be aware that refrigeration may slightly alter the texture of the frosting.
For Freezing: If you want to keep them for an extended period, freeze the cupcakes without frosting. Wrap each cupcake individually in plastic wrap and then place them in a freezer-safe container or bag. They can be frozen for up to 3 months. When you're ready to enjoy them, thaw at room temperature and frost as desired.
Make sure to store them properly to keep them fresh and delicious!

halloween cupcakes

Cookies & Cream Vanilla Cupcakes

Jillian Glenn
These Cookies & Cream Vanilla Cupcakes are soft, fluffy, and perfectly sweet — topped with creamy vegan frosting and crushed Oreos for a crowd-pleasing treat.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Servings 12
Calories 264 kcal

Equipment

  • mixing bowls
  • measuring cups and spoons
  • whisk or electric hand mixer
  • cupcake tray

Ingredients
  

Cookies & Cream Vanilla Cupcakes Ingredients

  • 1 ¼ cup milk regular or plant-based
  • cup butter regular or plant-based
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • 2 cups regular or gluten-free all purpose flour
  • 1 cup crushed oreos regular or gluten-free

Vegan Cream Cheese Frosting

  • ¾ cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoon butter regular or plant-based
  • 2 oz cream cheese regular or plant-based

Instructions
 

Cookies & Cream Vanilla Cupcakes Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350. Line 12 cupcake molds with paper liners.
  • In a mixing bowl, add the milk, melted butter, sugar, vanilla, baking soda, and baking powder and mix well. Add the flour and mix until a silky batter is formed. Add the crushed oreo cookies into the batter and fold them in. Be careful not to over-mix.
  • Pour the vanilla cupcake batter into the 12 molds and bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes or until the cupcakes are very lightly golden and completely cooked through the center.
  • While the cupcakes bake, use a whisk or electric hand mixer to mix together the powdered sugar, cream cheese, and butter to make the icing.
  • Frost the vanilla cupcakes, top them with crushed oreo cookies, and add festive sprinkles on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1frosted cupcakeCalories: 264kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 26mgSodium: 225mgPotassium: 70mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 321IUCalcium: 71mgIron: 1mg
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