Cookies and Cream Cake (Print-Friendly Version)
Rich chocolate cake paired with smooth Oreo buttercream offers a delightful treat for any occasion.
# Ingredients Required:
→ Dry Ingredients
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240 g all-purpose flour
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400 g granulated sugar
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19 g unsweetened cocoa powder
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10 g baking soda
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5 g baking powder
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5 g salt
→ Wet Ingredients
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2 large eggs
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240 ml buttermilk
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240 ml cooled strong black coffee
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120 ml vegetable oil
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10 ml vanilla extract
→ Buttercream Frosting
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227 g unsalted butter, softened
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480 g powdered sugar
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60 ml heavy cream
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10 ml vanilla extract
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113 g cream cheese, softened
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Pinch of salt
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Approx. 20 Oreo cookies, crushed
→ Decoration
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Crushed Oreos for garnish
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Whipped cream (optional)
# Detailed Directions:
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Preheat the oven to 175°C. Grease and flour the cake pans or line with parchment paper.
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In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt until evenly combined.
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In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, then incorporate buttermilk, cooled coffee, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
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Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry mixture, stirring until a smooth, homogeneous batter forms without lumps.
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Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Beat softened butter and cream cheese until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, heavy cream, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt, mixing until light and fluffy.
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Gently fold the crushed Oreo pieces into the buttercream, distributing evenly without overmixing.
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Alternate cake layers with generous spreads of Oreo buttercream between each layer.
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Spread a thin layer of buttercream over the entire cake to seal in crumbs. Chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
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Finish frosting the cake with remaining buttercream. Garnish with crushed Oreos and whipped cream if desired.
# Helpful Advice:
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Using cooled strong coffee intensifies the chocolate flavor.
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Ensure butter and cream cheese are softened at room temperature for a smooth frosting texture.
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Adjust powdered sugar quantity in the buttercream to achieve preferred consistency.
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Chilling the crumb coat helps prevent crumbs in the final frosting layer.