Oreo Pound Cake
This Oreo Pound Cake is a rich and buttery treat that's sure to delight both kids and adults alike. It's crafted from a base of soft pound cake batter seamlessly blended with the classic, chocolaty taste of crushed Oreos, resulting in a deliciously moist and flavorful dessert. Easy to prepare, this pound cake is perfect for special occasions, gatherings, or simply to satisfy your sweet cravings. The combination of cream cheese and shortening ensures that the cake maintains its tender crumb while the Oreo pieces add a delightful crunch. It's topped with a simple glaze and more Oreo pieces for an irresistible finish.
Rich, buttery, and loaded with crushed Oreosβthis pound cake is next-level delicious! Soft, moist, and packed with that classic cookies & cream flavor, every bite melts in your mouth. If you love Oreos, this is the cake for you!
Ingredients
πͺ 25 Oreos (cream separated from cookies)
π§ 1 cup cream cheese
π§ 1 cup butter
π₯ 5 large eggs
πΏ 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
π₯ 1/2 cup milk
πΎ 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
π§ 1/2 teaspoon salt
βοΈ 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
π 2 1/2 cups white sugar
π₯€ 1/4 cup shortening
Instructions
1- Prepare Oreos:
- Separate the cream from the cookies of 25 Oreos. Keep the cream aside. Crush the Oreo cookies into small pieces and set them aside.
2- Cream Mixture:
- In a mixer, combine cream cheese, butter, and shortening until smooth.
- Gradually add sugar to the mix, and beat until the mixture turns white and pale.
3- Incorporate Eggs and Flavoring:
- Add the eggs one at a time while continuing to mix. Ensure each egg is fully absorbed before adding the next.
- Add vanilla extract.
4- Milk and Oreo Cream Preparation:
- In a separate bowl, mix the reserved Oreo cream with the milk until smooth.
5- Dry Ingredients:
- Sift together the flour, salt, and baking powder in a separate bowl.
6- Combine:
- Gradually alternate between adding the milk mixture and the dry ingredients to the cream mixture, beginning and ending with the flour mix.
7- Fold in Oreos:
- Gently fold the crushed Oreo pieces into the batter.
8- Bake:
- Pour the batter into a greased cake pan and smooth the top.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 325Β°F (165Β°C) for about 1 hour and 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9- Finishing Touch:
- Once baked, let the cake cool for about 10 minutes. Optionally, add a glaze and additional Oreo pieces on top for decoration.
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Equipment:
- Mixer
- Large mixing bowls
- Cake pan
- Sifter
Cooking Tips:
- Ensure butter and cream cheese are at room temperature for easier mixing.
- Maintain careful mixing to retain the cake's airy texture.
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