How do astronauts dip their oreos in milk?

LAKETOWN, Utah -- There's a science behind dipping cookies in milk, and researchers at Utah State University say they've figured it out. They spent ... They tried dipping a variety of cookies — everything from graham crackers to Nutter Butters and, of course, Oreos — several hours a day, for two weeks. read more

Imagine you have a blob of milk floating in front of you in micro gravity and an Oreo cookie in hand. In space, there are a few difficulties for “dipping” other than the obvious lack of gravity. read more

Imagine you have a blob of milk floating in front of you in micro gravity and an Oreo cookie in hand. In space, there are a few difficulties for “dipping” other than the obvious lack of gravity. Of primary concern is cookie crumbs. read more

Unless milk has obtained sentience and the ability to communicate preference in a cookie, I would argue milk has no favorite anything. Many people have favorite cookies, and love Oreos. I especially love the ones with cake frosting filling. read more

Dunking Oreos in milk is about as American as apple pie. It's a skill you have to learn by trial and error -- if you leave the cookie in the milk too long, it will crumble and fall apart. If you take the Oreo out too soon, the milk won't have moistened the cookie enough. It's a delicate procedure. read more