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Three Layer Chocolate Oreo Cake Recipe

Three decadent layers of fudgy chocolate cake with a crunchy Oreo cookie buttercream crumb coating. A vanilla creme buttercream for added flavor and chocolate ganache drip, because why the heck not?

4.5 from 159 votes
110 mins
Total Time
10
Servings
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Three Layer Chocolate Oreo Cake

How to Make the Best Three Layer Chocolate Oreo Cake

This Three Layer Chocolate Oreo Cake is the ultimate celebration cake for any chocolate and cookie lover. With three rich, fudgy chocolate layers, creamy Oreo buttercream, silky vanilla frosting, and a dramatic chocolate ganache drip, every bite is an indulgence. It’s the kind of cake that impresses at parties and makes any occasion feel special.

The chocolate cake itself is moist and decadent, with a hint of espresso powder to deepen the chocolate flavor. Layering it with Oreo Cookie Buttercream—made from crushed Oreo cookies mixed right into the frosting—creates that perfect balance of chocolate and cookie crunch. The vanilla creme frosting adds a subtle sweetness and creamy texture that complements the rich chocolate perfectly.

This stunning three-layer cake takes a bit of time to prepare, but the results are worth every minute. Whether you’re making it for a birthday, anniversary, or just because, it’s guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser. The combination of textures—moist cake, creamy frostings, and that beautiful ganache drip—makes this a truly memorable dessert.

Three Layer Chocolate Oreo Cake

Three Layer Chocolate Oreo Cake

Three decadent layers of fudgy chocolate cake with a crunchy Oreo cookie buttercream crumb coating. A vanilla creme buttercream for added flavor and chocolate ganache drip, because why the heck not?

4.5 from 159 votes
CourseDessert
CuisineAmerican
Keywordoreo cake, oreo cookie layer cake, three layer chocolate cake
Prep Time85 mins
Cook Time25 mins
Total Time110 mins
Servings10 servings
Calories1132kcal
AuthorAlex Raeburn
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Ingredients

Three Layer Chocolate Cake

Oreo Cookie Buttercream

Vanilla Creme Frosting

Chocolate Ganache Drip

Instructions

Three Layer Chocolate Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and baking soda.
  3. In another bowl, beat eggs, vegetable oil, milk, vanilla extract, and espresso powder together.
  4. Combine wet and dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  5. Slowly pour in boiling water and mix until batter is thin.
  6. Divide batter between prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. Cool in pans for 10 minutes, then turn out onto wire racks to cool completely.

Oreo Cookie Buttercream

  1. Crush the Oreo cookies (reserve 6-8 whole cookies for decoration).
  2. Beat softened butter in a mixer until pale and fluffy.
  3. Add crushed Oreos, confectioners sugar, and vanilla bean paste. Beat until smooth and creamy.

Vanilla Creme Frosting

  1. Beat softened butter until fluffy.
  2. Gradually add confectioners sugar, vanilla bean paste, and heavy cream. Beat until light and fluffy.

Chocolate Ganache Drip

  1. Heat heavy cream until it begins to simmer.
  2. Pour over chocolate chips and let sit for 1 minute.
  3. Whisk until smooth and glossy. Stir in light corn syrup.
  4. Cool slightly before using as a drip.

Assembly

  1. Place first chocolate cake layer on a serving plate.
  2. Spread a generous layer of Oreo Cookie Buttercream on top.
  3. Add second chocolate cake layer and spread with Vanilla Creme Frosting.
  4. Crumb coat the entire cake with remaining Vanilla Creme Frosting.
  5. Refrigerate for 20 minutes.
  6. Apply final frosting layer and use reserved whole Oreo cookies to decorate the top.
  7. Pour chocolate ganache over the top edge to create drips down the sides.
  8. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
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