Oreo Cake
This rich, moist Oreo cake is a cookies-and-cream lover’s dream—easy to make, irresistibly delicious, and perfect for any occasion. A guaranteed crowd-pleaser that looks fancy but feels like home.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients:
- 1¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1½ teaspoons baking powder
- 1½ teaspoons baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1½ cups granulated sugar
- 1½ cups roughly crushed Oreo cookies
Wet Ingredients:
- 2 large eggs
- ¾ cup whole milk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
Frosting and Toppings:
- 1½ cups heavy whipping cream or whipped cream
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 8 ounces softened cream cheese
- Optional: chocolate ganache extra Oreos for garnish
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
- Preheat your oven to 175 °C (350 °F). Grease and line two 8-inch round cake pans with parchment paper.
Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, salt, sugar, and crushed Oreo cookies.
Step 3: Combine the Wet Ingredients
- In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth and well blended.
Step 4: Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures
- Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
Step 5: Add Boiling Water
- Slowly pour in the boiling water while stirring. The batter will be thin—this creates a moist cake texture.
Step 6: Divide and Bake
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans. Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
Step 7: Cool the Cakes
- Let the cakes cool in their pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 8: Prepare the Frosting
- Beat the cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Add the whipped cream and beat until light and fluffy.
Step 9: Assemble the Cake
- Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread frosting evenly on top, add the second layer, then frost the top and sides.
Step 10: Garnish (Optional)
- Finish with a drizzle of chocolate ganache and garnish with extra Oreo cookies, crushed or whole.
Notes
Nutrition Information (per serving)
(Values are estimates; actual nutrition may vary based on brands and portion sizes.)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 420 kcal |
| Total Fat | 23 g |
| • Saturated Fat | 9 g |
| Carbohydrates | 52 g |
| • Sugar | 35 g |
| • Fiber | 2 g |
| Protein | 7 g |
| Sodium | 350 mg |
| Cholesterol | 55 mg |