Oreo

Yes, standard Oreo cookies are generally considered vegan because they do not contain any direct animal products or dairy in the creme filling. However, they are manufactured in facilities that handle milk, so strict vegans should note the potential for cross-contact. The base ingredients consist of enriched flour, sugar, and cocoa.

The Oreo brand is manufactured by Nabisco, which is a subsidiary of Mondelez International. They were first introduced to the market in the early 20th century and have since become the best-selling cookie brand in the United States. Mondelez produces them in factories worldwide.

The first Oreo cookie was sold on March 6, 1912, making it over a century old. It was originally created by the National Biscuit Company (Nabisco) at their Chelsea factory in New York City. The design of the cookie has barely changed since that initial release.

The dark wafers of an Oreo are technically chocolate-flavored rather than pure chocolate. They are made with cocoa processed with alkali, but the concentration of actual chocolate liquor is incredibly low compared to traditional baked chocolate goods. This keeps the flavor mild and perfectly balanced with the sweet vanilla cream.