Giant Oreo Cake

Prepare yourself for a dessert spectacle with our Giant Oreo Cake! This colossal creation is a tribute to the classic Oreo cookie, supersized and transformed into a cake that’s bound to steal the spotlight. With layers of dark chocolate goodness and a velvety vanilla filling, it’s time to embark on a sweet journey that’s larger than life!

Yield and Total Time: Yield: One giant 10-inch Oreo Cake Total Time: Approximately 2 hours

Ingredients:

For the Chocolate Cake Layers:

• 2 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 and 1/2 cups granulated sugar
• 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 and 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 4 large eggs
• 1 and 1/2 cups buttermilk
• 1 cup vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cup boiling water

For the Vanilla Cream Filling:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 4 cups powdered sugar
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

For the Chocolate Ganache Coating:

• 1 and 1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
• 1 cup heavy cream
• Crushed Oreo cookies for decoration

Directions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 10-inch round cake pans with parchment paper, ensuring this Oreo extravaganza has the perfect stage.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. This is your chocolate symphony waiting to happen!
3. Add the eggs, buttermilk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until well combined.
4. Gradually add the boiling water to the batter, mixing until smooth. Don’t be alarmed; the batter will be thin, and that’s the secret to a moist cake.
5. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cakes cool completely.
6. While the cakes are cooling, let’s whip up the Vanilla Cream Filling. In a large bowl, beat together the softened butter, powdered sugar, heavy cream, and vanilla extract until it reaches a fluffy, dreamy consistency.
7. Once the cakes are cool, spread a generous layer of the vanilla cream filling on top of one cake layer. Place the second layer on top, creating a sandwich of chocolatey perfection.
8. Now, let’s coat this giant Oreo in a luscious Chocolate Ganache. In a heatproof bowl, combine the chocolate chips and heavy cream. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Pour the ganache over the cake, letting it cascade down the sides. Watch as the ganache sets into a glossy masterpiece.
9. Decorate the top of the cake with crushed Oreo cookies, creating a visually stunning pattern. It’s the finishing touch that makes this Oreo cake truly giant in every sense.
10. Stand back and admire your creation – a Giant Oreo Cake that’s ready to steal the spotlight at any event.

Summary:

Behold, the Giant Oreo Cake – a dessert marvel that’s not just for eating but for marveling at its sheer epicness. Share it with friends, celebrate special occasions, or simply enjoy a slice of this larger-than-life treat. Every bite is a journey into the world of chocolatey bliss, and every glance is a visual feast. Enjoy the grandeur of this Oreo extravaganza!

Photo by: Bryce Johnson