Oreo Cake
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
237g
- 1 cup granulated sugar
228g
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp kosher salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter
176g, room temp
- 3 egg whites
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
5mL
- 1/2 cup sour cream
133g, room temp
- 1/2 cup whole milk
113g, room temp
- 1 cup chopped Oreos
120g
- 1 1/2 cup butter
340g, room temp
- 5 cups confectioners' sugar
600g
- 1 1/3 cups crushed Oreos
165g
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
60g
- pinch salt
kosher
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
200g
- 1/2 cup Heavy cream
110g, heated
Directions
- 1
Butter and flour three six inch pans. I use cake strips on my pans for more even baking as well. Preheat oven to 340F
- 2
Beat the butter until light and fluffy. Add the confectioners' sugar and cream and mix.
- 3
Melt chocolate and cream together on low heat. Whisk together and set aside. You might need to add more or less cream to achieve the desired consistency.
- 4
Oreo buttercream goes between each layer as well as a swirl of chocolate. Don't go overboard with the ganache as it will overpower the other flavors.
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About this Recipe
Craving an Oreo fix that goes beyond the cookie? This homemade Oreo Cake delivers on every level, transforming your favorite treat into an unforgettable dessert that promises all the crunch, creaminess, and chocolate you could desire.
What makes this Oreo Cake truly special is the ingenious incorporation of crushed cookies into the buttercream—a touch that's basically magic. This technique ensures every bite is packed with the familiar crunch and rich flavor of Oreos, perfectly balanced with a wonderfully creamy texture. It’s a thoughtful design that elevates a classic cookie into a sophisticated dessert experience.
Prepare for a delightful symphony of textures and flavors. You'll encounter a tender cake base, subtly enhanced with chopped Oreos, providing a gentle crunch and underlying cookie notes. This is generously layered with a dreamy, rich buttercream that's absolutely studded with substantial pieces of crushed Oreos, creating an unparalleled creaminess with satisfying bite. A luxurious topping of melted chocolate chips and heavy cream ties everything together, offering a deep chocolate finish that makes each forkful utterly indulgent and deeply satisfying.
- To explore variations, consider using different types of Oreos, like Golden Oreos or Mint Oreos, for a unique flavor twist in the buttercream. You could also experiment with adding a touch of coffee extract to the melted chocolate and cream topping to enhance the chocolate's depth. For a simplified finish, sprinkle extra crushed Oreos directly on top instead of the chocolate topping.
This magnificent cake is perfect for celebrations, birthdays, or simply as a show-stopping dessert to share with loved ones. It pairs wonderfully with a cold glass of milk, providing the ultimate nostalgic treat.