Cookies & Cream Cake

This Cookies and Cream Cake is made with soft cake layers and plenty of Oreo goodness in every bite. After several rounds of testing, this easy cake balances the perfect amount of sweetness, moisture, and crunch. With a light Oreo whipped filling, creamy cookies and cream frosting, and a smooth chocolate ganache, it’s a great option for birthdays and celebrations. Topped with even more Oreos, it’s a fun dessert that’s beautiful enough to take to gatherings but easy enough to make at home!

Cookies & Cream Cake Recipe

This cake has been tested and fine-tuned to get the best texture and flavor possible! The layers bake up soft and moist, thanks to a mix of buttermilk, sour cream, and oil, while the chopped Oreos add just the right amount of cookies and cream flavor without making the cake too dense. The frosting is smooth and packed with real Oreo crumbs, ensuring every bite is rich and balanced.

With a light whipped cream filling and a glossy ganache drizzle, this recipe comes together beautifully every time—giving you a bakery-style cake that’s completely doable at home! If you’ve been looking for an easy cake recipe that’s impressive while also being effortless, this pretty Oreo cake is a game-changer.

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Ingredients in Oreo Cake

Most of the ingredients in this cake are actually very basic and you likely already have them in your pantry! Here’s the full list of ingredients so you’ll know what you need:

For the Cakes:

• All-Purpose Flour – Cake flour works great too!
• Granulated Sugar
• Baking Powder, Baking Soda, Fine Sea Salt
• Eggs – Can substitute with egg replacer for a vegan option.
• Sour Cream – Greek yogurt works amazing, too!
• Buttermilk – Feel free to substitute with milk and a splash of vinegar or lemon juice.
• Vanilla Extract
• Canola Oil – Vegetable oil or melted butter also works well.
• Oreo Cookies

For the Oreo Whipped Cream

• Heavy Whipping Cream
• Powdered Sugar
• Vanilla Extract – I like to use pure vanilla extract, as it gives the cream the best flavor!
• Oreo Cookies

For the Cookies & Cream Frosting

• Unsalted Butter
• Cream Cheese – Be sure to set the cream cheese out before starting the recipe in order to get it to room temperature!
• Powdered Sugar
• Vanilla Extract
• Oreo Cookies

For the Ganache

• Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips – Feel free to substitute with milk or dark chocolate chips.
• Heavy Whipping Cream

For the Garnish

• Oreo Cookies

How to Make Cookies & Cream Cake

Although this recipe does take some time to make, a lot of it is time where the cake is baking or cooling. Plus, it’s worth the effort! This cake is super easy to put together and turns out great every time. Here’s how to make Cookies & Cream Cake:

Make the Cakes:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F, grease and line 3 8-inch cake pans.
2. Mix dry ingredients in a bowl, add wet ingredients, and whisk.
3. Fold in chopped Oreos.
4. Divide batter between pans, bake for 35 minutes, and cool.

Whisk the Whipped Cream:

1. Whisk heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until medium-stiff peaks form (a simple Hand Mixer works great, here).
2. Fold in chopped Oreos and refrigerate.

Make the Cookies and Cream Frosting:

1. Beat butter until smooth, add cream cheese and mix.
2. Gradually add powdered sugar and mix in vanilla and crushed Oreos.
3. Set aside.

Make the Ganache:

1. Microwave chocolate and cream until smooth, cool slightly.

Layer the Cake:

1. Level and slice cakes in half for 6 layers.
2. Spread Whipped Cream and Cookies & Cream Frosting between layers.
3. Coat outside with reserved frosting, chill for 25-40 minutes.
4. Ice entire cake, create rustic pattern, pour ganache on top, and spread over sides.
5. Freeze briefly, pipe swirls on top, and garnish with halved Oreos.
6. Refrigerate or serve immediately.

Tips

• Prepare & Chop Oreos in Advance. You’ll need about 55 Oreos for this recipe! 
  • Chop 25 Oreos for the cake batter.
  • Chop 10 Oreos for the Oreo Whipped Cream.
  • Pulse 12 Oreos in a food processor until it looks like sand. 
  • Cut 6-8 Oreos in half for the cake decor.
• Make it a 2 day project! Making layered cakes can be daunting and take many hours. Here’s how you can prep the components a day ahead, and layer up the cake the day of:
  • Day 1:  Bake the cakes & store cooled cakes in ziplock bags on the counter overnight.
    • Prepare the Oreo Whipped Cream, cover with plastic wrap and set in the fridge overnight.
    • Prepare the Cookies and Cream Frosting, cover directly with plastic wrap and set in the fridge overnight.
  • Day 2: 
    • Make the ganache before layering the cake so that it can cool to the perfect pourable temperature.
    • Follow instructions to layer the cake!

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How to Store Oreo Cake

1. Room Temperature (Short Term): If you plan to eat the cake within 1-2 days, you can store it at room temperature. Cover the cake loosely with a cake dome or plastic wrap to keep it fresh.
2. Refrigeration (Longer Storage): Since the cake contains whipped cream and cream cheese frosting, it’s best to store it in the refrigerator. Cover it tightly with plastic wrap or place it in an airtight container to prevent it from drying out. This cake lasts about 3-4 days in the fridge!
3. Freezing (Extended Storage): If you want to store the cake for a longer period, you can freeze it for up to 3 months. To do this, place the cake in an airtight container or wrap it tightly in plastic wrap. When ready to serve, thaw in the fridge overnight before enjoying!

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