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Oreo Cakesters

Delicious cake-like layers with a creamy filling inspired by the classic Oreo cookie.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 cup Oreo cookie crumbs
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Cookie scoop or spoon
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  4. In another bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy, then add the dry mixture gradually.
  5. Mix in the eggs and vanilla extract until well combined.
  6. Gradually stir in the milk until the batter is smooth and well-combined.
  7. Gently fold in the Oreo cookie crumbs to the batter.
  8. Using a cookie scoop, drop spoonfuls of batter onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes until they are set but still soft.
  10. Let the cakesters cool completely before adding the filling.

Notes

Be sure to measure flour correctly; too much can lead to dry cakes.