Description
Sweet strawberry cake meets irresistible Oreo crumble in this heavenly dessert that blends creamy cookies n cream icing with fresh berry goodness. Rich layers of indulgence will make you crave each delectable bite of this crowd-pleasing treat.
Ingredients
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Main Cake Ingredients:
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 2.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup pureed fresh strawberries
Oreo Crumble:
- 1.5 cups Oreo cookies (crushed, about 15 cookies)
- 0.25 cup unsalted butter (melted)
Icing Ingredients:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cream cheese (softened)
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup crushed Oreo cookies (about 10 cookies)
Instructions
- Prepare the oven at 350F (175C) and prepare two 9-inch round cake pans by greasing and flouring them thoroughly.
- Sift flour, baking powder, and salt together in a medium mixing bowl, ensuring a smooth and even blend of dry ingredients.
- Using an electric mixer, cream butter and sugar until the mixture becomes light and airy. Incorporate eggs individually, mixing thoroughly after each addition. Blend in vanilla extract and fresh strawberry puree until smooth and uniform.
- Gradually fold the flour mixture into the wet ingredients, alternating with milk. Mix gently until just combined, avoiding overmixing to maintain the cake’s delicate texture.
- Distribute batter evenly between prepared pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes, checking doneness with a toothpick inserted into the center. Allow cakes to cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks for complete cooling.
- Create Oreo crumble by combining crushed Oreo cookies with melted butter, ensuring all cookie pieces are evenly coated and moistened.
- Craft the cookies n’ cream icing by whipping cream cheese and butter until silky smooth. Gradually incorporate powdered sugar, then fold in vanilla extract and finely crushed Oreo cookies for a speckled texture.
- Position first cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a generous layer of icing and sprinkle half the Oreo crumble across the surface.
- Crown the cake with the second layer, completely covering the exterior with remaining icing. Finish by generously scattering the remaining Oreo crumble on top for a dramatic presentation.
Notes
- Adjust strawberry intensity by using fresh or frozen pureed strawberries, ensuring maximum fruity flavor without making the batter too watery.
- Prevent cake from drying out by carefully monitoring baking time and using room temperature ingredients for smoother mixing.
- Create gluten-free version by substituting regular flour with almond or gluten-free blend, maintaining the cake’s soft texture.
- Enhance presentation by decorating with fresh strawberry slices or whole Oreo cookies around the cake’s base for extra visual appeal.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 445
- Sugar: 49 g
- Sodium: 171 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 60 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg