How to Make an Oreo Cake

OREO CAKE!!!!!! I love cookies and I love cake but it never occured to me to put them together until a very special birthday request for an Oreo Cake! Cookies and Cream cakes are so amazing. It's somewthing about the crunch and creaminess that just sets them apart. This has become one of the most popular posts on my blog so you know it's got to be good!

I whipped up my moistest cake (is there a synonym for moist because I am NOT a fan of the word but am constantly forced to use it ?) and folded in chopped Oreos. There is — of course — a swirl of ganache because chocolate because it’s absolutely delicious.

Don’t forget the BEST BEST BEST part: the buttercream!!! I’ll be honest and tell you that I’ve never craved an Oreo — or eaten more than a couple at a time — but when crushed and blended into buttercream, they’re AMAZING!!! If you want the EASIEST cake hack ever, just whip up some of this stuff. Cover anything in it and you’ll be an instant hero? Channel your inner superman and make this crowd pleaser.

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[Yasmin-qojd]

"It's gonna be horrible for my diet but I live life without regrets... most of the time." Totally me.

[watsonmelis]

OMG! I made this and followed the recipe exactly …he's not lying....SO GOOD! (BTW - 8 regular Oreos = 1 cup chopped)

[ishachauhan]

Ingredients

For the Cake
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

For the Buttercream:
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

For the Ganache:1 cup semisweet chocolate chips 200g
1/2 cup Heavy cream 110g, heated


Instructions

For the Cake

Butter and flour three six inch pans. I use cake strips on my pans for more even baking as well. Preheat oven to 340F

In a standing mixture fitted with a paddle attachment, beat butter until light and fluffy.

Sift the dry ingredients together in a large bowl.

Beat the dry ingredients into the butter until well incorporated, scrape the bowl at least once.

Beat the wet ingredients together in a medium bowl.

Add the wet to the butter mixture and mix until just combined. Fold in the crushed Oreos at the very end and mix until just combined.

Divide the mixture evenly into the cake pans

Bake at 340 for about 25-30 minutes or until the centers are springy to the touch.

For the Buttercream

Beat the butter until light and fluffy. Add the confectioners' sugar and cream and mix. 

Reserve about a cup of the buttercream for the white dollops. Which will be piped with an 869 tip.

Mix in the crushed Oreos into the large batch of buttercream.

For the Ganache

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. 

For the Assembly

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.

Coat outside with buttercream and smooth.

Add a skirt of crushed Oreos at the bottom of the cake.

Pour the ganache on top and allow to drip. Smooth top with an offset spatula.

Pipe white buttercream dollops on top with an 869 tip
Baking TipsYou can make the cake layers in advance, wrap them up and store at room temperature for a day or in the fridge for three days. 
To get FLAT layers that are moist inside and out try using cake strips!
You can buy a set online or make your own from foil and paper towels at home.
I made a whole blog post on it so check it out if you’re interested!
Before you add the ganache for the drip test the consistency on a plate you're holding perpendicular to the floor.
If the ganache is too thick add a tablespoon of cream and you might need to heat the mixture as well.
Try not to chop the Oreos too finely.
You want some crunch in the cake after baking.
Fold the cookie bits in last and try to evenly distribute them.
Use a kitchen scale to make sure each pan has an equal amount of batter in it.
If you don't have one try using a toothpick in the center to measure the height of the batter, like an oil gauge!



Hope this helps!!!!😀

[rebel-in-pastel]

I made this cake for a baby shower last weekend and it was a hit! My sister got goosebumps after taking her first bite and multiple people said it was the best cake they'd ever eaten. I took you up on the baking strips tip and my layers turned out perfect for stacking, no cutting! I can't thank you enough for the great recipe and tips! I've already learned so much from other videos you have posted, you are now my holy grail, go-to baking channel!

[gracecharron]

I’m currently binge watching your ENTIRE channel 🤭 I can’t stop myself. I love your content

[sofrench]

Made this yesterday for a bday party, everyone LOVED it and very impressed, so glad I found your channel, you're freaking amazing !!!

[ann_taundra]

Adding the crushed up cookies into the batter adds an AMAZING touch!! Also I can't decide which is more handsome, this cake or this gentleman haha.

[Itscinnamxn]

I made this the other day and it was a huge hit! Now making again for a birthday party. Thanks so much for sharing!!

[annabrooks]

I made this cake today for my husband’s birthday. It is a fave! Thank you for such an awesome recipe :)

[KiraiBK]

This is my favorite cake since i was a kid. Oreos make everything better

[Titihookedthatup]

Making this cake right now for my 10th wedding anniversary tomorrow. Second time this month. I can't help it. It's my go to cake for special occasions. Thank you again for the recipe and tutorials. God bless you and your family. Stay safe and healthy.

[emilebalais]

I made a cake like this for my brother's birthday and he is so happy. I wish I could send a picture. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge. God Bless you more :)

[desiree]

Hi! I already did this cake three times and everybody always fall in love with it! You're recipies are amazing, super delicious, consistent and make people so happy. Thank you very much <3

[domarella]

Just made this cake, but instead of doing three layers I put all the batter in a 20cm (approx. 8inch) cake tin, lowered the temp to approx. 150C and cooked it for 40 minutes. It's amazing. I love making cakes and this is one of the best recipes I've come across. Double the mixture for two layers. It's sooo delicious.

[beatrizmacedo]

This cake is great! I have just made it and it was a huge hit! I just made the cake, though, without any add-ons, cream or decoration apart from a little ganache and one single cookie on top. I also tried the home-made cake strip to prevent the doming and it worked great, the outside was so fluffy and I think the steam made the cake softer/moister/fluffier. Thank you so much

[danielbaez]

I love your channel! I’ve made your strawberry and vanilla cakes but never seem to make your chocolate cake!! I have to try this recipe! Omg literally you need a cookbook like ASAP!!!

[kerobereos]

Honestly im totally mesmerized by your videos truly an amazing baker! I just love watching the cakes all come together!

[staceyhansell]

I love this...perfect for mother's day weekend! Thank you for the tutorial and light heartedness throughout!

[londongirle]

I’ve made this exactly as you said and it was absolutely delicious. My edges were a little crunchy and not flat because I didn’t have a cake strip. By far the best cake I have made!

[julissa]

Keep the tutorials coming. I love watching your videos. You are amazing!