An Oreo Dump Cake is on the menu today, perfectly timed for Oreo Day celebrations. If you’ve tried my peanut butter chocolate dump cake, which has been a hit with many, you know how delicious and simple these desserts can be.
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Best Oreo Dump Cake recipe
Oreo Dump Cake is a simple and indulgent dessert that combines the beloved flavors of Oreo cookies with a cake-like texture. It is particularly popular for its ease of preparation, requiring no mixing and minimal effort.
Just like its peanut butter chocolate counterpart, it’s a dump-and-bake kind of deal. Simply layer your crushed Oreos at the bottom of your baking dish, pour over the chocolatey mixture, and let the oven work its magic. In no time, you’ll have a decadent dessert.
So, whether you’re celebrating Oreo Day or simply in need of a sweet pick-me-up, I highly recommend giving this Oreo Cookie Dump Cake a try. It’s quick, it’s easy, and most importantly, it’s utterly divine. Here’s how to make the Oreo Dump Cake:
Easy Oreo Dump Cake
Ingredients
- 36 Oreo cookies regular or double-stuffed
- 3.9 ounces instant chocolate pudding mix
- 2 cups cold milk
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted (1 stick)
- Whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for serving optional
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with butter or non-stick cooking spray.
- Crush the Oreo cookies into coarse crumbs. You can use a food processor or place the cookies in a zip-top bag and crush them with a rolling pin.
- Spread half of the crushed Oreos evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the instant chocolate pudding mix and cold milk until smooth and thickened, about 2 minutes.
- Pour the pudding mixture evenly over the layer of crushed Oreos in the baking dish.
- Sprinkle the remaining crushed Oreos over the pudding layer.
- Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the top of the Oreos.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the edges are bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving. Serve warm with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream, if desired.
Oreo Dump Cake is best served warm, often topped with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for added indulgence. The dessert has a rich, fudgy texture with a crispy top layer and gooey bottom, making it a delightful treat for chocolate lovers.
Common Mistakes to Avoid:
- Over-crushing the Oreos: Leave some chunks for texture
- Using warm ingredients: Ensure cream cheese and butter are at room temperature
- Rushing the chilling process (no-bake version): Allow adequate time for the cake to set
Cake With Oreo Cookies variations
Besides the basic Oreo Chocolate Dump Cake recipe above, you can make this cake with 2 other methods or create different variations by adding and replacing some of the ingredients:
No-bake Oreo dump cake
Ingredients:
- 36 Oreo cookies
- 3.4 ounces instant chocolate pudding mix
- 2 cups cold milk
- 8 ounces frozen whipped topping, thawed
- Additional crushed Oreos for topping, optional
Instructions:
- Crush the Oreo cookies into coarse crumbs. You can do this by placing the cookies in a resealable plastic bag and using a rolling pin to crush them, or by pulsing them in a food processor. Set aside about 1 cup of the crushed Oreos for topping.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the instant chocolate pudding mix and cold milk until smooth and thickened, about 2 minutes.
- In a 9×9-inch or similar sized dish, spread half of the crushed Oreos evenly across the bottom to form the first layer. Pour half of the prepared chocolate pudding over the Oreos, spreading it out to cover them completely.
- Spread half of the thawed whipped topping over the pudding layer, smoothing it out with a spatula. Repeat the layers with the remaining crushed Oreos, chocolate pudding, and whipped topping.
- Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until set.
- Before serving, sprinkle the reserved crushed Oreos over the top for added crunch and decoration, if desired.
- Slice into squares and serve chilled. Enjoy the creamy, chocolatey goodness of your no-bake Oreo Dump Cake!
Recipe with Cool Whip and condensed milk
Ingredients:
- 36 Oreo cookies regular or double-stuffed, crushed
- 1 box chocolate cake mix
- 1/2 cup butter melted (1 stick)
- 14 oz sweetened condensed milk
- 1 container of Cool Whip, thawed
- Additional crushed Oreos for topping, optional
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Spread the crushed Oreos evenly on the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix and melted butter until crumbly. Sprinkle this mixture over the layer of crushed Oreos.
- Pour the sweetened condensed milk evenly over the cake mix layer.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the top is set and edges are slightly browned.
- Allow the cake to cool slightly, then spread the Cool Whip over the top evenly.
- If desired, sprinkle additional crushed Oreos on top for decoration. Serve warm or chilled.
Flavor twists
- Lemon Oreo Blueberry Dump Cake: Use lemon pudding mix with a cup of fresh blueberries (or thawed frozen blueberries). You just need to fold in the fresh blueberries into the lemon pudding mixture. Other steps are the same.
- Mint Chocolate Chip: Use Mint Creme Oreos and add a drop of peppermint extract to the pudding layer
- Peanut Butter Delight: Incorporate Peanut Butter Oreos and swirl in some creamy peanut butter
- Add nuts or fruits:
- Chopped nuts: Pecans or almonds add a delightful crunch
- Fresh berries: Strawberries or raspberries provide a tangy contrast
- Chocolate chips: Extra chocolate chunks increase the indulgence factor
Oreo brownie dump cake
- Remove cold milk and chocolate pudding mix
- Use 1 box (18.25 ounces) of brownie mix (plus ingredients listed on the box, typically eggs, oil, and water) instead of chocolate pudding mix.
- Make the brownie mix and pour it evenly over the layer of crushed Oreos in the baking dish.
Oreo cheesecake dump cake
- Replace chocolate pudding mix with vanilla flavor
- Add 1/2 cup granulated sugar and 1 package (8 ounces) of cream cheese (softened).
- Beat the softened cream cheese with granulated sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Combine this mixture with the prepared vanilla pudding until well combined. And pour it over the layer of crushed Oreos.
How to pair
To enhance both flavor and texture, you can pair this Oreo dump cake with:
1. Ice Cream:
- Vanilla Ice Cream: A classic choice, vanilla complements the chocolatey richness of the dump cake perfectly.
- Chocolate Ice Cream: For chocolate lovers, this adds even more decadence to the mix.
- Mint Chocolate Chip: Offers a refreshing contrast that pairs well with the cookies and cream theme.
2. Toppings:
- Whipped Cream: A light and sweet addition that balances the cake’s richness.
- Chocolate Syrup: Drizzle some on top to intensify the chocolate flavor.
- Crushed Oreos: Add texture and reinforce the signature Oreo taste with a sprinkle of crushed cookies.
- Fresh Fruit like strawberries or raspberries for a tart contrast that cuts through the richness
3. Beverage Pairings:
- Milk: A cold glass of milk is a traditional choice that balances the cake’s sweetness.
- Coffee: For those who love a mocha twist, coffee provides a nice contrast to the dessert’s richness.
- Milkshakes: For a fun twist, pair it with a cookies-and-cream milkshake for a truly indulgent treat.
