Cookies and Cream Cupcakes (for Olivia)

1 box white cake mix (will need ingredients called for on box)

1 package oreo cookies (reserve 12 for decoration)

1 box white chocolate instant pudding (or any flavor)

1 cup milk

1 teaspoon vanilla

¼ cup powdered sugar

1 8 oz tub Cool Whip

Prepare cake batter according to package directions.

Crush remaining cookies and stir into cake batter.

Fill cupcake liners and bake according to package directions.

Let cool.

To prepare frosting beat pudding mix, milk, powdered sugar and vanilla together until smooth. Slowly fold in Cool Whip until smooth and well combined. Pipe onto cooled cupcakes.  (You may need to let this chill in the fridge for a few minutes if it’s too runny.)

Cut the reserved cookies in half and arrange on top of the frosting as garnish.