Oreo Delight Dessert
Calling all Oreo dessert lovers!
Check out this Oreo Delight dessert recipe where I take the classic cookie and transform it into a dessert that is nothing short of heavenly! It is rich yet light and creamy with every layer bursting with Oreo flavors. This dessert is a winner!
Layers of Bliss: Creating the Oreo Delight Dessert
The beauty of this dessert lies in its layers 🙂
1) Oreo base:
Usually, Oreo cookies are crushed and used as a base. But this is where the twist comes in! Adding some basic ingredients to the cookies and popping it in the microwave will transform these Oreo cookies into a fudgy cake which creates a decadent base for this dessert.
2) Whipped layer:
Next is a layer of whipped cream with powdered sugar and little Oreo cream which adds a light and airy texture balancing the overall richness of this dessert. Adding few crushed Oreos gives a perfect finishing touch.
3) Chocolate Ganache:
This is no ordinary ganache! I have added few scooped out Oreo cream to the ganache giving a hint of Oreo flavor to the ganache. The honey is added not for the sweetness but is the secret to making sure your ganache is smooth and glossy!
4) Topping:
This is where you can get creative. There are so many options:
– I have used single plain Oreo cookies (that were left after scooping its cream for the chocolate ganache).
– Dust some powdered sugar and it will create a beautiful contrast.
– Use some chocolate shavings (white or milk chocolate).
– Add a dallop of whipped cream.
– Or add your favorite fruit e.g. strawberries, cherries, etc.
The best part of this dessert is that all the layers can be made a day ahead and refrigerated. Then all you need to do is assemble them. You can either make this into individual servings as I have done or layer them in one large dish. Use glass containers to show off the beautiful layers of this dessert.
This is a dessert that fits any moment worth celebrating. It is a crowd-pleaser that does not fail to impress. It is one of those desserts which is impossible to resist, and you just can’t stop eating.
Oreo Delight Dessert
Ingredients
Base Layer:
- 20 Oreo cookie
- 1 cup warm milk
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
Oreo Chocolate Ganache Layer:
- 3/4 cup whipping cream
- 1/2 tablespoon honey
- 1 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 5 Oreo cookies- separate the cream from the cookies (cream will be added to the ganache & the plain cookies can be used for topping)
Oreo Whipped Cream Layer:
- 1 1/2 cup whipping cream
- 3/4 cup icing sugar
- 5 Oreo cookies- separate the cream from the cookies
Toppings:
- Oreo cookies (left over the ganache layer)
- Icing sugar
- Whipped cream
- Cherries / strawberries
- chocolate shavings
Instructions
STEP 1: Cake Base Preparation
- Prepare a 8×8 inch microwave safe dish by lining it with parchment paper.
- Take 20 Oreo cookies and roughly crush them (you can use a blender, back of a spoon or a rolling pin).
- Transfer the crushed Oreos to a bowl and add warm milk and sugar and mix well to dissolve the sugar.
- Leave it for some time until all the Oreos have dissolved in the milk.
- Then using a sieve, sift the baking soda and baking powder into the Oreo mixture and gently fold it.
- Transfer the prepared batter into the microwave dish and microwave for 4-5 minutes. It will have a fudgy cake/brownie texture.
- Remove and let it cool completely.
STEP 2: Oreo Chocolate Ganache Preparation
- In a microwave safe bowl, add whipping cream, honey and chocolate chips.
- Heat it for about 1 minute or until the whipping cream is hot (NOT BOILING). You may need to add a few more seconds but do it in 5-10 seconds increments.
- Remove from the microwave and leave it for 2-3 minutes (the heat will start to soften the chocolate chips)
- Then using a spatula, start mixing in a CIRCULAR direction until all the chocolate has melted and you end up with a smooth, glossy ganache.
- Set it aside to cool completely.
STEP 3: Oreo Whipped Cream Layer
- Take 5 Oreo cookies and separate the cream from the cookies.
- Crush the cookies finely using a blender or rolling in.
- In a large bowl, add very COLD whipping cream, icing sugar and the Oreo cream we had scraped out earlier. Start whipping it either in a stand mixer or with a hand blender until stiff peaks form. Be careful not to over whip!
- Now add in the finely crushed Oreos and FOLD it gently using a spatula.
Assembly
- Depending on your container/box, measure and cut out the cake base layer. Place it at the bottom.
- Next, scoop in the whipped cream layer.
- Finally pour over the chocolate ganache.
- Add toppings of your preference.
- Refrigerate it for at least 15-30 minutes. This will allow the layers to firm up.
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