Description
Indulge in this decadent Oreo Cheesecake Drip Cake that layers rich chocolate cake with creamy Oreo cheesecake, all topped with luscious chocolate ganache. Perfect for any celebration!
Ingredients
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For the chocolate cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups sugar
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
For the Oreo cheesecake layer:
- 2 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup crushed Oreo cookies
For the chocolate ganache drip:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 oz dark chocolate, chopped
For garnish:
- Whole Oreo cookies
- Crushed Oreo cookies
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans and one 9-inch springform pan.
- In a large bowl, sift together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Add buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until combined, then stir in boiling water until smooth.
- Divide the batter between the two prepared cake pans and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- For the cheesecake, beat cream cheese and sugar in a large bowl until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each. Stir in vanilla and crushed Oreos until combined.
- Pour cheesecake batter into the prepared springform pan. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until set. Cool completely before removing from the pan.
- For the ganache, heat heavy cream in a small saucepan until simmering. Pour over chopped chocolate in a bowl. Let sit for 5 minutes, then stir until smooth and let cool slightly.
- Once cooled, level the tops of the cakes if needed. Place one chocolate cake layer on a serving plate. Top with the cheesecake layer, then add the second chocolate cake layer.
- Pour ganache over the top, letting it drip down the sides. Garnish with whole and crushed Oreo cookies.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to let flavors meld and ganache set.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use high-quality cocoa powder and dark chocolate for the ganache.
- Ensure the cream cheese is softened to avoid lumps in the cheesecake layer.
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes