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Oreo Dream Cheesecake

Oreo Cake Cheesecake: A Decadent Dessert Recipe

This Oreo cake cheesecake is a delightful combination of rich chocolate cake batter and creamy Oreo cheesecake batter swirled together, creating a heavenly dessert experience. Topped with luscious Oreo whipped cream, it’s the ultimate treat for Oreo lovers!

A delicious slice of Oreo cake cheesecake being taken out.
A slice of Oreo Cake Cheesecake ready to be devoured.

This recipe draws inspiration from my chocolate cake peanut butter cheesecake. As a huge fan of Oreo desserts, I wanted to create a unique dessert featuring an Oreo cheesecake layer. The result? A perfect balance of chocolate cake and Oreo cheesecake, ensuring every bite is a delightful surprise!

Side view of the Oreo cake cheesecake showing the layers.
The beautiful layers of chocolate cake and Oreo cheesecake.

Essential Tips for Making the Perfect Oreo Cake Cheesecake

Follow these helpful tips to ensure your Oreo Cake Cheesecake turns out perfectly every time!

  • Tip 1: Precise Flour Measurement: When measuring flour for the chocolate cake, always spoon the flour into your measuring cup and level it off. Avoid scooping the flour directly with the measuring cup, as this can compact the flour and result in using too much, leading to a dry cake. The same applies to cocoa powder.
  • Tip 2: Double the Oreo Goodness: The Oreo cheesecake batter contains both Oreo pieces and Oreo crumbs. This ensures that you get maximum Oreo flavor in every single bite!
  • Tip 3: Choosing the Right Springform Pan: Use a high-quality 9-inch springform pan. The chocolate cake batter is quite runny, so a cheap pan might leak. A well-made pan should prevent any leakage.
  • Tip 4: Layering Like a Pro: When layering the batters, start with a layer of chocolate cake batter as the base. Then, alternate layers of chocolate cake and Oreo cheesecake batter, ending with a layer of chocolate cake batter on top. Spread the final cake batter layer evenly for a smooth finish.
  • Tip 5: Embrace the Cracks: As the chocolate cake rises during baking, it may push past the cheesecake batter, resulting in cracks on the surface. Additionally, the cheesecake batter, being denser, might sink slightly in the middle as it cools. Don’t worry; this is completely normal! We’ll cover it up beautifully with the Oreo whipped cream. It will have a similar look to Basque cheesecake. Trust the process!
Chocolate cake batter in a mixing bowl.
Use a whisk to mix the flour lumps out of the cake batter. It will be a runny batter.
Oreo cheesecake batter in a mixing bowl.
Before adding the eggs, make sure no cream cheese chunks remain.
Oreo cheesecake batter and chocolate cake batter layered in the springform pan.
Layer the Oreo cheesecake batter and chocolate cake batter on top of each other.
Chocolate cake batter spread as the final layer on top of the cheesecake.
Spread the chocolate cake batter as the last layer on top.

Decorating Your Oreo Cake Cheesecake

The final touch – decorating! Here’s how to make your Oreo Cake Cheesecake a showstopper.

Baked Oreo cake cheesecake on a platter after chilling.
I prefer if the cake is chilled overnight for best results.
Decorated Oreo cake cheesecake with Oreo whipped cream and Oreo halves.
Spread Oreo whipped cream over the top. Then, pipe dollops on top with halves of Oreos.
A single slice of Oreo cake cheesecake on a plate.
Enjoy a slice of pure Oreo Cake Cheesecake bliss.

For more delicious Oreo dessert ideas, check out my Oreo cheesecake and no-bake Oreo cheesecake recipes!

Close-up side view of a slice of Oreo cake cheesecake.
An irresistible slice of Oreo Cake Cheesecake.

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Close-up of a slice of Oreo Cake Cheesecake

Oreo Cake Cheesecake Recipe

By Stephanie Rutherford
This Oreo cake cheesecake combines chocolate cake with Oreo cheesecake. Topped with Oreo whipped cream, it’s irresistible!

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Prep Time:

40

Cook Time:

45

Chilling Time:

4

Total Time:

5

25

Servings:

16
slices

Ingredients

Chocolate Cake

  • 1 cup All-purpose flour
  • 2 TBSP Cornstarch
  • 1/2 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder, I used dutch process cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp Baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp Baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 cup Oil, canola or vegetable
  • 1 cup White granulated sugar
  • 2 Large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 tsp Pure vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup Sour cream, room temperature or greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup Buttermilk, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup Hot water

Oreo Cheesecake

  • 16 oz Cream cheese, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup White granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup Sour cream, room temperature or greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup Heavy cream, room temperature
  • 1 tsp Pure vanilla extract
  • 2 Large eggs, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup Oreo pieces, 4 whole Oreos
  • 1/4 cup Oreo crumbs, 2 whole Oreos

Stabilized Oreo Whipped Cream

  • 1 cup Heavy cream, cold
  • 1/4 cup Powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1 tsp Pure vanilla extract
  • 2 oz Cream cheese, room temperature
  • 1 TBSP Heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup Oreo crumbs, 2 whole Oreos

Instructions

Chocolate Cake

  1. Preheat the oven to 350℉ (175°C). Spray a 9-inch springform pan with baking nonstick spray. Line the bottom with a parchment circle and spray again. Set aside. Start heating the water on the stove on high heat.
  2. In a medium bowl, sift the flour, cornstarch, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, add the oil, sugar, eggs, vanilla, sour cream, and buttermilk. Mix with a whisk. Slowly add in the hot water and mix.
  4. Add the dry ingredients to the wet. Whisk until the flour lumps are mixed in. Set aside.

Oreo Cheesecake

  1. Prepare the Oreo crumbs and Oreo pieces. A food processor works great for both.
  2. Using a mixer, beat the cream cheese and sugar on high speed for 2 minutes until creamy.
  3. Add in the sour cream, heavy cream, and vanilla. Mix on medium speed until smooth