Making Oreo Cake w/ Coffee Oreo Buttercream involves several steps, but don't worry — following this list will guide you through the process smoothly:
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 8-inch round cake pans.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, combine the milk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract.
- Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the mixed wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and beat on medium speed until fully combined.
- Add Boiling Water: Stir in the boiling water until the batter becomes smooth. This step will keep your cake moist.
- Divide the Batter: Evenly divide the batter among the three prepared cake pans.
- Bake: Place in the oven and bake for 30-35 minutes. Check with a toothpick; it should come out clean when done.
- Cool the Cakes: Remove the pans from the oven and let them cool in the pans for about 10 minutes. Then, transfer the cakes to wire racks to cool completely.
- Prepare the Buttercream: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar and cocoa powder, mixing continuously.
- Dissolve Coffee: In a separate small bowl, dissolve instant coffee granules in 2 tablespoons of heavy cream. Add this mixture to the buttercream and beat until fluffy, adding more cream as needed for desired consistency.
- Assemble the Cake: Once the cakes are completely cool, place one layer on your serving platter. Spread a generous layer of the Coffee Oreo Buttercream over the top.
- Repeat Layers: Place the second layer and repeat the frosting step. Top it with the third layer, applying buttercream on top and around the sides of the cake.
- Decorate: Finish decorating the cake with crushed Oreos on the top and sides for an extra touch.