How to Make an Oreo Cake
Learn how to create a decadent Oreo cake that’s perfect for any celebration or dessert craving. This step-by-step recipe will guide you through making a moist and flavorful cake filled and topped with Oreo goodness.
Ingredients for Oreo Cake:
- For the Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed light brown sugar
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- For the Oreo Buttercream:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup milk or heavy cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 10 Oreo cookies, crushed
- For Decoration (optional):
- Additional Oreo cookies for garnish
How to Make Oreo Cake:
- Prepare the Cake Batter:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugars, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Beat on medium speed until well combined.
- Gradually add boiling water, mixing until smooth. The batter will be thin.
- Bake the Cake:
- Pour batter evenly into prepared cake pans.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove from oven and cool in pans for 10 minutes. Then, transfer cakes to wire racks to cool completely.
- Make Oreo Buttercream:
- In a large bowl, beat butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, alternating with milk or cream and vanilla extract, beating well after each addition.
- Fold in crushed Oreo cookies until evenly distributed.
- Assemble the Cake:
- Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of Oreo buttercream evenly over the top.
- Place the second cake layer on top and frost the entire cake with remaining buttercream.
- Decorate with whole or crushed Oreo cookies as desired.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Slice and serve your delicious Oreo cake. Enjoy the rich chocolate and Oreo flavors!
About the Main Ingredients:
- Oreo Cookies: Provide a crunchy, chocolaty addition to both the cake and buttercream, adding texture and flavor.
- Cocoa Powder: Adds deep chocolate flavor to the cake layers.
- Buttermilk: Keeps the cake moist and tender.
Now you can impress your friends and family with this irresistible Oreo cake, perfect for birthdays, parties, or any occasion worth celebrating!
