Fluffy Strawberry Cake Meets Crunchy Oreo Crumble — Wrapped in Luscious Cookies ’n Cream Frosting!
This dreamy dessert brings together the best of fruity and chocolatey flavors. Fluffy strawberry cake, a crunchy Oreo crumble, and creamy cookies ’n cream frosting — it’s the perfect sweet treat for any occasion!
π Ingredients
For the Strawberry Cake:
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1 box strawberry cake mix (or homemade strawberry cake batter)
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3 large eggs
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½ cup vegetable oil
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1 cup milk or buttermilk
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1 cup chopped fresh strawberries (optional, for texture)
For the Oreo Crumble:
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10 Oreo cookies, crushed
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2 tbsp melted butter
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1 tbsp sugar
For the Cookies ’n Cream Icing:
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1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
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3 cups powdered sugar
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2–3 tbsp heavy cream or milk
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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Pinch of salt
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8 crushed Oreos (cream filling included)
π©π³ Instructions
1οΈβ£ Make the Cake:
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans.
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In a large bowl, mix together the strawberry cake mix, eggs, vegetable oil, and milk until smooth.
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If using, fold in the chopped fresh strawberries for extra texture.
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Divide the batter evenly between the two pans and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
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Allow the cakes to cool completely.
2οΈβ£ Make the Oreo Crumble:
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In a bowl, combine the crushed Oreos, melted butter, and sugar.
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Spread the mixture onto a lined baking sheet.
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Bake at 300°F (150°C) for 5–7 minutes, or until lightly crisped. Let it cool completely.
3οΈβ£ Make the Cookies ’n Cream Icing:
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Beat the softened butter in a large bowl until creamy.
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Gradually add the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
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Add the heavy cream or milk, one tablespoon at a time, until you reach the desired consistency.
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Gently fold in the crushed Oreos.
4οΈβ£ Assemble the Cake:
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Place one cake layer on a serving plate.
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Spread a layer of cookies ’n cream icing over the top.
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Sprinkle a generous amount of Oreo crumble over the icing.
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Add the second cake layer and frost the top and sides with the remaining icing.
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Garnish with extra Oreo crumbles and sliced strawberries, if desired.
π°β¨ Tips:
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Chill the cake for 30 minutes before slicing for cleaner layers.
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Want it pinker? Add a few drops of strawberry gel food coloring to the batter.
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Add a strawberry glaze drizzle for a sweet-tart finish!