Creating the Oreo Cookies & Cream Cake can be delightful and simple if you follow these straightforward steps:
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, mix together the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Combine Mixtures: Slowly add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Add Boiling Water: Stir in the boiling water carefully; the batter will be thin, but this is normal.
- Bake: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool the Cakes: Remove from the oven and let the cakes cool in the pans for about 20 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
- Prepare Filling: In a mixing bowl, beat the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until stiff peaks form. Gently fold in crushed Oreos.
- Assemble the Cake: Place one cake layer on a serving platter. Spread the Oreo filling over the top, and then place the second cake layer on top.
- Make the Frosting: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar and cocoa powder, mixing on low speed. Pour in the heavy cream and add vanilla, then beat until creamy and fluffy.
- Frost the Cake: Spread the frosting around the top and sides of the cake, ensuring an even coating.
- Decorate: Sprinkle crushed Oreos on top of the frosted cake for decoration.
- Chill (Optional): For best flavors, refrigerate the cake for about 30 minutes before serving.
Follow these steps for a flawless Oreo Cookies & Cream Cake that will wow your guests and satisfy your cravings!