Description

Cookies and cream cake is a delightful dessert that masterfully combines rich chocolate with creamy vanilla and crunchy cookie bits. This easy-to-make cake is perfect for any celebration, evoking joy and togetherness with its delicious flavor and stunning presentation. Ideal for novice bakers, the cookies and cream cake will surely impress your guests at birthdays or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2 tsp baking powder
1 cup granulated sugar
3 large eggs (room temperature)
1 cup whole milk (or almond milk)
2 tsp pure vanilla extract
½ cup cream cheese (softened)
1 cup heavy cream (cold)
1 ½ cups crushed Oreos (or other chocolate sandwich cookies)

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and sugar.
In another bowl, beat the eggs with milk and vanilla until frothy. Gradually mix into the dry ingredients.
Fold in crushed Oreos gently into the batter.
Divide the batter between the pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
While cooling, whip cream cheese until smooth, then gradually add heavy cream and powdered sugar until fluffy.
Assemble by layering cakes with frosting in between and on top.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 360
Sugar: 20g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 11g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: To crush cookies easily, use a food processor or place them in a zip-top bag. For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free blend. You can prepare cake layers one day in advance; frost just before serving.