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Oreo Bundt Cake

A delightful homage to two American favorites, combining rich chocolate cake with crushed Oreos for a decadent dessert.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

Cake Ingredients
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure it’s room temperature for easier creaming.
  • 1 package cream cheese (8 ounces), softened Adds creaminess to the cake.
  • 3 cups granulated sugar To enhance the chocolate flavor.
  • 6 large eggs, room temperature Helps create a fluffy texture.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract For depth in flavor.
  • 2 1/4 cups cake flour Soft and fluffy for the cake’s body.
  • 3/4 cup Dutch-processed cocoa Offers a rich chocolatey taste.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder To help the cake rise.
  • 1 pinch kosher salt Enhances sweetness.
  • 18 Oreo cookies, roughly chopped The star ingredient for flavor and texture!
Glaze Ingredients
  • 1 cup confectioners' sugar For the perfect glaze.
  • 2-3 tablespoons whole milk To achieve the desired consistency of the glaze.
  • 1/2 cup roughly chopped Oreo cookies (about 4 cookies) To sprinkle on top for an extra crunch.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and prepare a 10-inch Bundt pan by spraying it with nonstick cooking spray.
  2. In a stand mixer, beat the softened butter and cream cheese with granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
Mixing Ingredients
  1. Add the eggs one by one, mixing well after each addition, then add the vanilla extract.
  2. In another bowl, whisk together the cake flour, Dutch cocoa, baking powder, and kosher salt.
  3. Gradually add the dry mixture to your butter blend, stirring until just combined.
  4. Fold in the chopped Oreos.
Baking
  1. Transfer the batter into the Bundt pan, using a spatula to smooth the top.
  2. Bake for 90-95 minutes, checking with a toothpick for doneness.
  3. Let the cake cool in the pan for about 10-15 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack.
Glazing and Serving
  1. Whisk together confectioners’ sugar and milk until smooth for the glaze.
  2. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake and sprinkle chopped Oreos on top.

Notes

Quality matters: Opt for high-quality cocoa powder and fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature for the best texture.