Golden Oreo Cake
Golden Oreo Cake : A Creamy, Crunchy, Vanilla-Lover’s Dream
If you’re a vanilla dessert lover, get ready, because golden Oreo cake is what dreams are made of. It’s sweet, buttery, fluffy, and bursting with cookie cream flavor in every bite. Golden Oreos bring their signature crunch and mild vanilla sweetness to this gorgeous, layered treat that’s perfect for birthdays, brunches, or anytime you want a dessert that stands out.
At Tasty Plated, Chef Rachael adds a creamy twist to this classic cake, using crushed cookies inside the batter and a whipped cream cheese frosting that holds everything together with just the right tang.
• What Makes Golden Oreo Cake So Addictive?
Golden Oreos already have a cult following. Add them to a rich, moist cake with sweet cream cheese frosting? It’s dessert magic.
Here’s why this cake hits the spot:
Soft vanilla cake base packed with cookie pieces
Whipped frosting that’s sweet, creamy, and not too heavy
Golden Oreo crunch inside and out
Simple ingredients, stunning results
Customizable for parties, birthdays, or just-because bakes
• Chef Rachael’s Golden Oreo Cake Method
Chef Rachael loves taking familiar flavors and giving them a bakery-level upgrade. Her version of golden Oreo cake is made from a buttery vanilla batter and a light cream cheese frosting, giving the whole cake a sweet-yet-balanced feel.
Chef Rachael’s Key Tips
Crush, don’t blend, the Oreos, you want texture
Fold cookies into the batter, not just the topping
Add sour cream to keep the cake moist and tender
Use cream cheese or whipped buttercream frosting
Decorate with halved Oreos, crumbs, or even a white chocolate drizzle
Chef Rachael recommends serving it slightly chilled for the perfect balance of flavors and textures.
• Tasty Plated’s Step-by-Step Golden Oreo Cake Recipe
This recipe makes a two-layer 8-inch cake (serves 8-10). It can easily be doubled for a tall celebration cake.
Ingredients
For the Cake:
1½ cups all-purpose flour
1½ tsp baking powder
½ tsp baking soda
¼ tsp salt
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
¾ cup granulated sugar
2 eggs
1 tbsp vanilla extract
¼ cup sour cream
¾ cup whole milk
10 golden Oreos, roughly crushed
For the Frosting:
½ cup butter, room temperature
4 oz cream cheese
2½ cups powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
1-2 tbsp milk or cream (as needed)
For Decoration:
Extra golden Oreos, halved and crushed
Optional, white chocolate drizzle or gold sprinkles
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 8-inch pans.
Mix dry ingredients: Whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Cream butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs, vanilla, and sour cream.
Alternate adding milk and dry mix to the wet mixture. Fold in crushed Oreos.
Divide into pans and bake 25-28 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Cool completely before frosting.
Make frosting: Beat butter and cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla. Thin with milk if needed.
Assemble cake: Spread frosting between layers, add cookie crumbs, and decorate with more Oreos on top.
• Frosting Options & Texture Table
| Frosting Type | Flavor | Texture | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cream cheese frosting | Tangy, creamy | Dense, smooth | Classic red velvet-style cakes |
| Vanilla buttercream | Sweet, light | Whipped and fluffy | Kids’ birthdays |
| Oreo cream (blended) | Sweet, cookie-loaded | Textured | Cookie-themed parties |
| Whipped topping (cool) | Light, mildly sweet | Airy | No-bake or chilled cakes |
• Toppings, Add-Ins & Customization Ideas
This cake is totally flexible. Chef Rachael suggests:
Adding white chocolate chips into the batter
Swapping cream cheese for mascarpone in the frosting
Making mini cakes or cupcakes with the same batter
Topping with gold sprinkles, edible glitter, or piped rosettes
Turning into a cookie dough layer cake by adding crushed dough bites
Party tip, add candles and serve with vanilla milkshakes for the ultimate birthday combo.
• Storage, Make-Ahead & Freezing Tips
| Storage Method | How Long It Lasts | Tips |
|---|---|---|
| Room temperature (unfrosted) | 1 day | Wrap in plastic to retain moisture |
| Fridge (frosted) | 3-4 days | Store in airtight container |
| Freezer (cake layers only) | Up to 1 month | Wrap layers tightly in plastic, thaw before frosting |
| Freezer (frosted cake) | 2-3 weeks | Freeze whole cake uncovered, then wrap once solid |
• FAQs About Golden Oreo Cake
1. Can I use store-bought frosting?
Yes, but for best flavor, homemade cream cheese frosting is worth it.
2. Are golden Oreos the same as vanilla Oreos?
Yes, they’re often labeled differently, but the cookie is the same, vanilla-flavored sandwich cookies.
3. Can I make this cake gluten-free?
Yes! Use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend and gluten-free vanilla sandwich cookies.
4. Can I turn this into cupcakes?
Absolutely, bake for 16-18 minutes at 350°F and top each one with frosting and half an Oreo.
• Conclusion
Golden Oreo cake is everything vanilla dessert lovers crave, light, creamy, and cookie-filled with just enough crunch. Whether you’re baking for a celebration or simply want a dessert that makes you smile, this cake is easy to make and even easier to love.
With Chef Rachael’s method at Tasty Plated, you get all the texture and flavor of a bakery cake with the ease of a home recipe. Want more clever cookie-inspired bakes?
Head to tastyplated.com and bring sweet dreams to life, one crumb at a time.