Decadent Oreo Dump Cake Recipe
This Oreo Dump Cake is a rich and easy-to-make dessert featuring a crunchy Oreo cookie base layered with creamy chocolate pudding, topped with a moist chocolate cake layer and finished with whipped topping and optional chocolate chips and extra Oreos. Perfect for chocolate lovers seeking a quick yet indulgent treat.
- Author: lina
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Base
Pudding Layer
- 1 box instant chocolate pudding mix (3.9 oz)
- 2 cups cold milk
Cake Layer
- 15.25 oz chocolate cake mix (dry)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
Topping
- 1 cup whipped topping (such as Cool Whip)
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)
- Extra Oreo cookies for garnish (optional)
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prepare for assembling the cake.
- Prepare the crust: Spread the crushed Oreo cookies evenly across the bottom of the greased baking dish, forming a solid base layer.
- Make the pudding layer: In a medium bowl, whisk together the instant chocolate pudding mix and cold milk until thickened, about 2 minutes. Pour this creamy pudding evenly over the Oreo crust.
- Add the cake mix: Sprinkle the dry chocolate cake mix evenly over the pudding layer, covering it completely for an even cake layer.
- Pour melted butter: Drizzle the melted unsalted butter over the top of the dry cake mix, aiming to cover as much surface area as possible to help create a moist cake during baking.
- Bake the cake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35 minutes. Once done, remove it and let it cool for 10 minutes to set.
- Finish with toppings: After cooling slightly, spread the whipped topping evenly over the baked cake. Sprinkle with mini chocolate chips and garnish with extra Oreo cookies if desired. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Use full-fat milk for the pudding to achieve a creamier texture.
- Crushing Oreos finely will help create a more uniform base.
- Ensure the melted butter covers as much cake mix surface as possible to avoid dry spots.
- Serve the cake warm for a gooey texture, or chilled for a firmer dessert.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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