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Directions:Cupcakes:
Preheat oven according to the directions on the cake mix box.
Prepare the cake mix as directed on the box.
Place cupcake liners in the pan and add one Oreo (flat on the bottom) to each cup.
Pour the batter into the cups, filling each slightly over 1/2 full.
Bake as directed on the cake mix box for making cupcakes.
When they begin to get golden and a toothpick inserted into the middle comes out clean, remove from the oven and allow them to cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
Remove the cupcakes from the pan and allow them to continue to cool on a cooling rack. Make sure the cupcakes are completely cooled before adding the frosting.
Oreo Buttercream:
In a mixing bowl combine the room temperature butter and shortening, beat using an electric mixer for 2 minutes, until light and fluffy.
Begin to add in the powdered sugar, about 1 cup at a time. Slowly beat the mixture until the powdered sugar is incorporated. Continue this process until you've added all the powdered sugar.
Add in vanilla and Oreo crumbs and beat just until combined.
Transfer a portion of the frosting to a large ziploc bag or piping bag. Push or squeeze the frosting down, getting rid of any air pockets. If using a ziploc bag, cut one of the bottom corners to make a hole between the size of a dime and a penny.
Begin to pipe the frosting onto a cupcake, starting with the outside edge and working your way into the center of the cupcake, progressively stacking the frosting as you go around in circles.
Garnish with either a half or a whole Oreo.
It is best to eat the cupcakes the same day as you add the frosting. |
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