Celebration Oreos

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So, today is a BIG day for my family. It marks a huge milestone for us. I know I haven't shared anything personal here before but today is an exception ;)

Today my twin sons turn one year old!! 

It certainly is cause for celebration - especially after all we went through to have them. They are miracles. Fact.

Of course in the midst of all the partying, I am weepy because my boys are no longer the ity bity tiny babies they were when we brought them home from the hospital. Time sure moved at warp speed this past year! I have loved every snuggle, every kiss, every nap with both babes on my chest, every new discovery, every adorable coo, every waking and sleeping hour - even at 2, 4, and 5 a.m. - I have honestly loved every precious minute!!

I thought these sprinkly homemade oreos were appropriate to share on this occasion. Maybe I will share their cakes in a later post. These are not an exact replica of an oreo (not quite as crumbly), but they're pretty close. Everyone who tried them gave the thumbs up!

Celebration Oreos
by: Back For Seconds
   For the cookie

• 10 Tbs butter (softened)
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 1/4 cups flour
• 3/4 cup cocoa
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1/4 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt

   For the filling

• 1/2 cup butter
• 2 tsp vanilla 
• 2 cups powdered sugar

Preheat oven to 375*

In a large bowl beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add in the egg and cocoa, mixing well. Slowly add in the flour, salt, soda, and baking powder. Mix until well incorporated. Drop by spoonfuls onto ungreased baking sheet, pressing down slightly on each mound of dough. Bake about 8-9 minutes and let cool completely on wire rack. 

For the filling:

In a mixer beat together butter, vanilla, and powdered sugar until smooth. Spoon filling onto half of the cookies and top with the remaining cookies. Roll in sprinkled if desired. Store in airtight container at room temperature. 

And now LET'S PARTY!!!!!

Since this party is so new, I would be over the moon thrilled if you would help me spread the word! A party isn't a party without all of you! Invite your friends - tweet, facebook, blog, instagram your besties and tell them the Back For Seconds Social is where it's at! You guys rock!

Here's the skinny:

• Link up your recipes, DIY projects, helpful tips, etc...I want to see it all! (Please only link up your own material)
• Check out some other links - this is a Social after all :) Have fun and come back next week to see if you were featured! (You can find this weeks features here)

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