You’ve seen it swirl across your social feed, and maybe even grabbed a spoon at the drive-thru. But now it’s time to make the magic yourself. This copycat OREO Brownie Twist Vanilla Frosty Fusion brings the full Wendy’s dessert experience home. With soft vanilla, fudgy brownie ribbons, and that classic OREO crunch in every bite, this is a frozen treat worth recreating. No need to wait in line when you’ve got all the flavor right in your freezer.
This spoon-thick fusion dessert is simple, indulgent, and perfect for anyone who loves combining textures and rich, chocolatey flavors. The best part? You only need a few ingredients and a blender.
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How to make Copycat OREO Brownie Twist Vanilla Frosty Fusion
Creating this Frosty Fusion at home is easier than you might think. We’re swirling brownie batter sauce along the sides of the cup, layering vanilla soft-serve, and topping it all off with crushed OREO cookies. Each spoonful delivers cool creaminess, chocolatey depth, and cookie crunch. You can prep this in under 10 minutes.
Ingredients, tools, instructions and tips
Ingredients (Makes 2 servings)
- 2 cups vanilla ice cream (or soft-serve style)
- 3 tablespoons brownie batter sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 4 OREO cookies, crushed
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons whole milk (optional, for blending)
Tools Needed
- Blender or food processor
- Clear dessert cups or glasses
- Spoon or spatula
- Measuring spoons and cups
- Small bowl (for brownie sauce)
- Freezer (if prepping ahead)
Instructions
- Crush the OREOs: Use a plastic bag and rolling pin or a food processor to crush the cookies into coarse chunks. Set aside.
- Swirl the sauce: Spoon brownie batter sauce around the inside of each cup. Let some drizzle to the bottom for a layered effect.
- Blend the base: In a blender, combine vanilla ice cream, vanilla extract, and milk if needed. Blend just until smooth and spoonable.
- Assemble: Pour the Frosty base into the prepared cups.
- Top it off: Sprinkle crushed OREOs over the top and add an extra drizzle of brownie sauce if you like.
- Serve immediately or freeze for 15–20 minutes to firm up before eating.
Tips
- Chill your serving cups before assembly to help keep everything frosty.
- Homemade brownie batter sauce can be made with cocoa powder, melted chocolate, sugar, and milk.
- Add a swirl of whipped cream or extra cookie pieces on top for extra flair.
Total Time: 10 minutes
Calories: Approx. 520 per serving
What to serve with the dish
This sweet treat is rich and chocolatey, so keep it simple on the side. Serve it with:
- A glass of cold milk or oat milk
- A few fresh berries for contrast
- Mini brownies or chocolate chip cookies if you’re building a dessert board
- Vanilla wafers or graham crackers for dipping
It’s also a great finish to burger night or a Friday-night takeout-style meal at home.
Ingredient Substitutes
- Dairy-Free Ice Cream: Use coconut milk, almond milk, or soy milk ice cream.
- Frozen Yogurt: Tangy and slightly lighter.
- Low-Fat Ice Cream: Keeps the texture, reduces calories.
- Brownie Batter Sauce
Original Ingredient: Store-bought brownie sauce
Substitutes:
- Homemade Sauce: Mix cocoa powder, sugar, melted chocolate, and milk.
- Chocolate Syrup: Not as thick, but a good quick swap.
- Nutella Swirl: For a hazelnut twist.
- OREO Cookies
Original Ingredient: Classic OREO cookies
Substitutes:
- Gluten-Free Cookies: Any crunchy chocolate sandwich cookie will do.
- Chocolate Teddy Grahams: Great crunch and kid-friendly.
- Crushed Chocolate Wafers: A smooth texture with less cream filling.
- Milk
Original Ingredient: Whole milk
Substitutes:
- Oat milk: Keeps the creaminess.
- Almond milk: Lower calorie and mild in flavor.
- Evaporated milk: Extra rich, if you want to level up.
- Garnish
Original Ingredient: More OREO crumbles
Substitutes:
- Whipped Cream: Light, creamy, and easy.
- Mini Marshmallows: Soft and fun for kids.
- Chocolate chips: Adds a deeper cocoa crunch.
Ingredients
2 cups vanilla ice cream (or soft-serve style)
3 tablespoons brownie batter sauce (store-bought or homemade)
4 OREO cookies, crushed
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons whole milk (optional, for blending)
Instructions
Crush the OREOs: Use a plastic bag and rolling pin or a food processor to crush the cookies into coarse chunks. Set aside.
Swirl the sauce: Spoon brownie batter sauce around the inside of each cup. Let some drizzle to the bottom for a layered effect.
Blend the base: In a blender, combine vanilla ice cream, vanilla extract, and milk if needed. Blend just until smooth and spoonable.
Assemble: Pour the Frosty base into the prepared cups.
Top it off: Sprinkle crushed OREOs over the top and add an extra drizzle of brownie sauce if you like.
Serve immediately or freeze for 15–20 minutes to firm up before eating.
