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While we’re aware of the extra creme in Double-Stuf Oreos (1.86 times the standard portion) and the ideal dunking time for the perfect milk-to-cookie balance (around 3 seconds), the exact recipe of the cookie remains shrouded in secrecy. Nabisco guards the formula closely, but one fact is clear: The so-called "creme" in Oreos doesn’t actually contain any cream.
As reported by Extra Crispy, the creamy center of Oreo cookies achieves its smooth texture without any dairy products. While the precise recipe is undisclosed, the ingredients listed on an Oreo package suggest the creme is a blend of sugar, high fructose corn syrup, soy lecithin, artificial flavor, and palm or canola oil. This combination is similar to many store-bought white frostings. Since the filling lacks real cream, the FDA mandates that Oreos be labeled as "creme"-filled rather than cream-filled.
Does the absence of cream or butter make the world’s top-selling cookie unintentionally vegan? The answer is not straightforward. Although Oreos have always been free of dairy, they once included pig lard. This ingredient was removed in 1997, rendering the cookies both kosher and vegetarian-friendly.
Regarding their vegan status, Nabisco’s official statement clarifies: "Oreos may have milk cross-contact, making them unsuitable for vegans." The cookies are produced in facilities that handle dairy, so even though milk isn’t an ingredient, traces might still be present. This makes Oreos off-limits for those avoiding dairy entirely, but if your vegan lifestyle allows for some flexibility, a vast world of Oreos awaits your exploration.
