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Hot Cocoa Oreo Brownies

The perfect treat for Christmas or a cool day.
Course: Baking, candy, catherines plates, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Author: Catherine's Plates

Equipment

  • 8 x 8 baking dish
  • piece of parchment, crumpled
  • non-stick cooking spray
  • large mixing bowl
  • measuring cups
  • medium microwave safe bowl
  • spatula
  • whisk

Ingredients

  • 1 box brownie mix
  • + ingredients listed on back of box
  • 1/4 cup hot cocoa powder
  • 16 whole chocolate filled Oreos
  • 1 cup Ghirardelli Milk Melting Wafers
  • 1 tub mini marshmallow bits (dehydrated bits)

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to temperature on back of brownie box. Line an 8" x 8" baking dish with a piece of crumpled parchment paper. Lightly spray parchment with non-stick cooking spray.
  • In a large mixing bowl whisk together brownie mix and the 3 ingredients listed on box of brownie mix (oil, water, egg).
  • Whisk in the hot cocoa powder until smooth and combined.
  • Spread 1/2 of the brownie batter onto the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
  • Press 16 Oreos into the batter to create one even layer. Spread remaining brownie batter on top of the Oreos and filling in the gaps. Smooth the t op.
  • In preheated oven bake per the directions on brownie box until edges are set. Center will be slightly fudgy. Let brownies cool for 20 minutes.
  • Melt Ghirardelli Milk Melting Wafers per directions on package. Pour melted chocolate on top of warm brownies still in baking dish and smooth evenly.
  • Sprinkle marshmallow bits across the top and slightly press into brownies using back of spoon.
  • Chill for 15-30 minutes in refrigerator to set up. Remove from baking dish, slice, and enjoy.