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NYT Daily • August 4, 2025

Black-and-white cookie

Answer:

OREO

Hint:

["Think of a popular cream-filled sandwich cookie."]

Explanation:

The clue "Black-and-white cookie" refers to Oreo because the cookie is famous for its two dark chocolate wafers with white cream filling. It’s a straightforward reference—Oreos are widely recognized for their black-and-white appearance, making them a classic example of this type of treat. The name itself has become synonymous with the look, so no wordplay is involved here.

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